beginners

noun

plural of beginner
as in novices
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 beginners Eighty percent of the skiers are local, says Linebaugh, and half the runs are expert level, while the other half are well suited for beginners, intermediate, and ski school. — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2026 The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kits are fun for experienced stitchers and beginners alike, and make for thoughtful holiday gifts, too. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026 Wood pulp papers are the thickest and most popular choice for beginners. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026 Ski Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is one of the hardest mountains in North America, with only 10 percent of its terrain meant for beginners. — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 The rock climbing section offers 10 lanes of varying heights, with plenty of handholds and footholds for beginners. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026 From total beginners to low handicappers who play every weekend, the course has been open and welcoming to all – even if that made for some five-hour rounds. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026 Coach Mike Brown said the program welcomes beginners and experienced runners, with an emphasis on effort and improvement. — Donald Fountain, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 The machine handles the setup steps that usually trip up beginners. — New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginners
  1. novices
  2. newcomers
  3. freshmen
  4. apprentices
  5. rookies
Noun
  • By automating the cadence and gear changes, Honda is catering to novices who don't want to think about gear selection or power management on the trail.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The political novices were able to rally the nation behind a simple message against corruption and state capture.
    — Chris Massaro, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of novices
Noun
  • Miller is a fanatic about slamming shut America’s doors to newcomers.
    — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Texas’ Democratic sweep has raised questions about whether California transplants helped turn the state blue, but experts doubt the newcomers drove the shift.
    — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of newcomers
Noun
  • Schumer helped elect the freshmen who have not committed to supporting him.
    — Theodoric Meyer The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
  • One of the Guardians’ freshmen, Brooke Kestler, who ran well at the Wickham Invitational, hurt her ankle at the CCC championship and hadn’t raced since then.
    — Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of freshmen
Noun
  • In addition to its own team of more than a dozen chefs and apprentices, Home Chef has also featured menu collaborations with celebrity chefs, including Giada De Laurentiis, Rachael Ray and Gordon Ramsay.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Built with the help of his apprentices, the complex was designed to blend into the surrounding Sonoran Desert, using local stone in a construction style known as desert masonry.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of apprentices
Noun
  • Willis’ pass protection is suspect (his 24 sacks are tied for fifth-most in the NFL), his receivers, tight ends and running backs are all unproven, and his GM and coach are both rookies.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Stenberg has six goals and is tied for the scoring lead among NHL rookies.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of rookies

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“Beginners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginners. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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