as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
he's a newcomer to ice hockey
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of newcomer
The veteran’s worked for a couple of weeks now alongside the 6-foot-5, 285-pound newcomer.
—
Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
In the streaming world, documentaries have exploded, with newcomers like Netflix and Hulu chasing the next binge-worthy sensation.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
His current favorite teammate is newcomer and Loyola-Chicago transfer Jayden Dawson.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2025
That left newcomer Luke Farrell, Brayden Willis and Mason Pline as the main players at the position.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 30 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for newcomer
Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
In the streaming world, documentaries have exploded, with newcomers like Netflix and Hulu chasing the next binge-worthy sensation.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
His current favorite teammate is newcomer and Loyola-Chicago transfer Jayden Dawson.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2025
That left newcomer Luke Farrell, Brayden Willis and Mason Pline as the main players at the position.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 30 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for newcomer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
Noun
-
Gear that is more accessible to novices, social media posts from beautiful locales and a false sense of security carrying a cellphone creates may all be playing a role here.—
Amanda Loudin,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
-
Beginners and families can warm up on the .25-mile Gold Bug Loop, while novice riders looking to improve their freeride skills can cruise down Tommyknocker (5.8 miles).—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
23 May 2025
Noun
-
Wilton also offers a variety of beginner to advanced courses, along with plenty of easy decorating hacks on their social media.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
-
The maestro John Derian has a lot of warm how-to videos for beginners.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 June 2025
Noun
-
With the air at its thickest and the nerves at their highest level, freshman relief pitcher Cambria Salmon walked in the first run and then threw a wild pitch for run number two, 2-0 Red Raiders.—
Allison Smith,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
-
But if a third game is required, the pressure will be on freshman Tate DeRias (2-3, 5.77).—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
Noun
-
The initial plan is to have Teel and Quero split time in their rookie seasons.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
-
Before his rookie season was over, Pages was a World Series champion.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
Noun
-
The main entry door features a custom graphic design element drawn from the archival Gordon Leaf mural pattern, which Wright commissioned his apprentice and secretary, Eugene Masselink, to create in 1956 for House Beautiful editor Elizabeth Gordon.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
-
The inside of the entry door showcases the Gordon Leaf Mural Wright prepared by Wright's apprentice and secretary Eugene Masselink, a theme mirrored in other areas throughout the interior.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share