youngster

noun

young·​ster ˈyəŋ(k)-stər 

1

a

: a young person : youth

b

: child

2

: a young animal or plant especially of a domesticated or cultivated breed or type

Synonyms of youngster

• kid
• child

Examples of youngster in a Sentence

As a youngster, he was very shy.

bright-eyed youngsters interested in learning

Recent Examples on the Web

For a few minutes, Empower Field 2026 was Shea Stadium 1965, as youngsters blitzed through security to be near Lionel Messi the way your grandma once did to get a closer look at Paul McCartney. —Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026

Livestream video also captures Jackie and Shadow frequently feeding the youngsters, keeping them well-nourished despite competition from other wildlife in the area. —Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026

Keep an eye on youngsters like Cole Bergeron and Graham Knowles, though. —Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 15 Apr. 2026

The fall league drew 20 to 25 youngsters age 6 to 9 in its first year. —Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

youngster

noun

young·​ster ˈyəŋ(k)-stər 

1

: a young person : youth

2

: child sense 2a