NOVICES Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

novices

noun

plural of novice

as in beginners

a person who is just starting out in a field of activity a novice chess player

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Recent Examples of novices Haaland has become a social media phenomenon, with his own posts and memes from others turning even soccer novices into diehard fans. — Kaitlyn Huamani, Fortune, 13 July 2026 In 2026, the agency is again incentivizing participants with cash — there are separate categories for novices and professionals, each with their own prizes. — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 10 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 To create something wholly new, the narrative team looked back to other games with a low barrier to entry, particularly early 2000s Nintendo consoles that invited novices to join the fold. — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2026 Mutchnick and Kohan were relative novices when NBC was gearing up to pick up their Will & Grace script to pilot in 1997. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 June 2026 Aspiring nuns begin their training in this convent, and novices take their vows before being sent out to serve the community. — Sophie Neiman, NPR, 20 June 2026 This makes these spots good for young anglers and novices as well as those with mobility challenges. — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026 From the drop point, even novices can safely kayak down a seven-mile portion of the river over Class II rapids. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 June 2026

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Noun

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
Although these experiences may sound intimidating, they’re designed for beginners.

— Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Definition of beginners

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
After all, the Jayhawks’ offensive line group has multiple newcomers and there will be growing pains with a young quarterback at the helm.

— Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Definition of newcomers

Noun

According to accounts by Wright’s apprentices, after procrastinating on drawing any plans for nine months, Wright designed the house in two hours in September 1935 while the Kaufmanns were driving to his office to review them.

— Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
According to Petrucci, 92% of construction apprentices in California are trained by a union.

— Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026

Definition of apprentices

Noun

Most high-level recruits aren’t going to enter as freshmen planning to stay in college for five years.

— Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 15 July 2026
Pitchford has mainly been used as a blocker in goal-line situations while Martin and Graham are true freshmen.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026

Definition of freshmen

Noun

The other is unfilled and potentially could go to Keshad Johnson, Trevor Keels, Young or one of the Heat’s rookies, such as White.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Two rookies starting on the offensive line in Week 1 isn’t all that appealing, but with Fortner starting over Hecht (and/or Samac), in theory, Freeling could be a much more palatable option on the blind side on opening weekend.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2026

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