newcomer

noun

ˈnü-ˌkə-mər How to pronounce newcomer (audio)
Definition of newcomernext
as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity he's a newcomer to ice hockey

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Recent Examples of newcomer In the early days, residents there described tension between those who were already there and the newcomers from Pig's Eye. — Conor Wight, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026 While Gerber brought her seasoned runway walk and poise to Susan, Warner, an acting newcomer, had a different set of tools to work with as a musician with a pop-rock edge. — Michel Ghanem, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026 Furuhashi, 31, is the most secure of the newcomers with a five-year deal — not that anyone is thinking that far ahead. — Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026 Despite government investment and some newcomers who have relocated here for ideological reasons to help strengthen this working-class city, Kiryat Shmona is struggling to recover financially and demographically. — Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newcomer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
  1. novice
  2. beginner
  3. freshman
  4. rookie
  5. apprentice
Noun
  • Nun-novice and anti-gun violence activist Nanette, 35, has been carrying her mother’s secret for five years, not knowing whether one or both of her sisters had been entrusted with it too.
    — Meredith Maran, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Since achieving widespread fame in 2013, Rettig has overseen gatherings that have introduced thousands of novices to toad smoking.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of novice
Noun
  • And now, a beginner electronics kit has become one small part of a much larger local automation system.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
  • On sale for less than $100 right now, this Abu Garcia combo combines lightweight graphite with an intense grip to offer a rod and reel that works well for beginners and advanced casters alike.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of beginner
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
Noun
  • The undrafted rookie from Iowa easily beat out veteran Jake Moody in training camp.
    — Barry Svrluga, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The best part of the fall is almost here, bringing in rookies, underdogs, defending Super Bowl champs and even a few furry teammates to the big screens.
    — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 9 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

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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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