NEWCOMER Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

newcomer

noun

ˈnü-ˌkə-mər

Definition of newcomer

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 That leaves sophomore DaSaahn Brame, South Alabama senior transfer Trent Thomas and other newcomers to fill the gap. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026 In two South Florida congressional districts, the Sun Sentinel Editorial Board endorses long-time Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and, in an open seat, newcomer Pia Dandiya. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026 The sequences needed to look cool, be executable in only one or two takes as part of the film’s blistering shooting schedule, and thrill both newcomers and devotees to the world of Bollywood fusion dancing. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2026 In our home visiting program, almost 90% of the parents are newcomers to the United States, who speak over 10 different languages. — Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newcomer

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Noun

Despite being an expert in her craft, Godshalk communicated the principles of floral design to her students in a way that was easy for novices to digest.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026
Sid Vicious, six months before his debut as the Sex Pistols’ new bassist, was most assuredly a novice on the drums.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of novice

Noun

At a beginner’s mahjong night at a local bar, tables largely full of young professionals engaged in friendly competition over Hong Kong-style sets as Chang emceed over a microphone.

— Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Then be sure to read our roundups of the best telescope deals, along with our beginner's guide to observing the night sky with a manual telescope.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of beginner

Noun

Exactly 39 years after the debut of the iconic sitcom, a new sequel series hit Netflix on Thursday, blending a bunch of the beloved returning characters with a fresh class of freshmen.

— Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Sep. 2026
Standout freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley, who racked up 13 catches, 255 yards, four receiving touchdowns and a punt-return touchdown in his first three games with USC, was listed as doubtful.

— Sean Campbell, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of freshman

Noun

Entering the game with a shoulder injury designation, rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane dressed but did not play, leaving L’Jarius Sneed on the outside opposite Nohl Williams to start.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Williams, after going 5-12 as a rookie, threw for a franchise-record 3,942 yards while leading the Bears to an 11-6 record and the NFC North title.

— Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

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