novice

noun

ˈnä-vəs How to pronounce novice (audio)
Definition of novicenext
as in beginner
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity a novice chess player

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Recent Examples of novice The same barbell that feels nearly impossible for a novice to pick up might be a cinch for an experienced lifter. — Jennifer Heimlich, Time, 6 July 2026 For novice growers, Barthel likes to emphasize that cannabis is hardy and fast-growing like a weed. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 July 2026 Charging the power station through mains power was a breeze, even for a novice power station nerd like me. — Mike McRae 04, New Atlas, 5 July 2026 The free Apple Photos is approachable for photography novices but still powerful enough to satisfy those who want extra control. — Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for novice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for novice
  1. beginner
  2. newcomer
  3. rookie
  4. apprentice
  5. freshman
Noun
  • Float down the Barren Fork River with beginner-friendly kayak rentals, then relax at the 8-acre pet-friendly campground featuring tent sites, RV hookups, and rental campers.
    — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
  • Meanwhile, the Summer Triangle — formed by Vega, Deneb and Altair — hangs almost overhead during the darkest hours, making this one of the easiest seasonal star patterns for beginners to learn.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of beginner
Noun
  • The difference between those projects and the 27 data centers that already exist or are being built in Miami-Dade (including three newcomers that have drawn controversy) is the size.
    — Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
  • Significantly, High Plains offered alternatives to more expensive, two-drink-minimum club shows that might scare off casual comedy fans and newcomers to stand-up.
    — John Wenzel, Denver Post, 16 July 2026
Definition of newcomer
Noun
  • Mims is heading into the final year of his rookie deal, while Franklin has this season and 2027 before free agency.
    — Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 15 July 2026
  • The Warriors rookie responded with 15 points, nine rebounds, three assists and a number of bone-crunching collisions with his fellow 250-pounder.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
Definition of rookie
Noun
  • Across all trades Pennsylvania infamously requires four journeymen per apprentice, as do Maryland and New Jersey.
    — Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Guests will hear the shuffle of San Francisco outside the windows, phones ringing, and the lingering voices of apprentices or other clients.
    — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026
Definition of apprentice
Noun
  • Included in her village is Kai, who will be soon be a freshman at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, two counties away.
    — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • Gracia, who throws and hits left-handed, was a freshman All-American at Duke and then transferred to UVA for his junior season.
    — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of freshman

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