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beginner

noun

bi-ˈgi-nər How to pronounce beginner (audio)
Definition of beginnernext
as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress

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Recent Examples of beginner Fortunately, other fruit trees are more beginner-friendly and still produce abundant harvests. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 1 Sep. 2026 Haritha offers hour-long, private lessons in Hatha Yoga, which are apt for beginners. — Jasreen Mayal Khanna, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 Sacramento and its climate provide a rich environment for gardeners, from beginners to advanced, and a chance to grow fresh herbs, produce and flowers. — Sacbee.com, 31 Aug. 2026 The free evening yoga class is beginner friendly and all levels are welcome. — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beginner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
  1. novice
  2. newcomer
  3. rookie
  4. apprentice
  5. freshman
Noun
  • At that time, people overtraded and treated the market like a casino, as novices began participating more frequently.
    — David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
  • For the novice, wine can be mysterious at best, and intimidating at worst.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of novice
Noun
  • Captain Breanna Stewart and newcomers Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese were wearing red-and-white versions of their Pumas, Nikes and Reeboks, respectively.
    — Shakeia Taylor, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Douthat is the only newcomer added to the opening credits where the correspondents introduce themselves on camera.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of newcomer
Noun
  • Swift makes a meta appearance as an unnamed rookie on the team with her sidekick Olivia Benson (cat).
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Wilson threw for 115 yards and a touchdown when challenging the rookie, and that included setting up a crucial first-half touchdown pass to David Moore against Igbinoghene’s coverage.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of rookie
Noun
  • Approaching retirement, Patrick searches with exacting standards for someone to fill his shoes, investing time in mentoring young apprentice Matteo.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2026
  • CEOs would be wise to reinvest some of the profit AI creates into apprentice-style roles that grow entry-level people fast.
    — Michael Chavira, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of apprentice
Noun
  • Newbauer attempted only one pass, as did freshman Bowe Bentley, a top-100 prospect in the 2026 recruiting cycle.
    — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • In 2012, then-head coach Red Berenson announced the end of freshman hazing, according to news articles cited in the lawsuit.
    — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of freshman

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“Beginner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginner. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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