NOVITIATES Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

novitiates

noun

plural of novitiate

as in novices

a person who is just starting out in a field of activity a novitiate in the rarefied world of international diplomacy, the recently appointed ambassador is treading cautiously

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Noun

By automating the cadence and gear changes, Honda is catering to novices who don't want to think about gear selection or power management on the trail.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Nov. 2026
The political novices were able to rally the nation behind a simple message against corruption and state capture.

— Chris Massaro, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of novices

Noun

Eighty percent of the skiers are local, says Linebaugh, and half the runs are expert level, while the other half are well suited for beginners, intermediate, and ski school.

— Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2026
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kits are fun for experienced stitchers and beginners alike, and make for thoughtful holiday gifts, too.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of beginners

Noun

In 2025, Google committed $10 million to the Electrical Training Alliance to help train more than 100,000 electricians and 30,000 new apprentices within five years.

— Phillip Marangella, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026
In addition to its own team of more than a dozen chefs and apprentices, Home Chef has also featured menu collaborations with celebrity chefs, including Giada De Laurentiis, Rachael Ray and Gordon Ramsay.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of apprentices

Noun

Miller is a fanatic about slamming shut America’s doors to newcomers.

— New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 11 Nov. 2026
Texas’ Democratic sweep has raised questions about whether California transplants helped turn the state blue, but experts doubt the newcomers drove the shift.

— Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of newcomers

Noun

Izzo also hasn’t had as many freshmen who can create their own shot and score from anywhere on the floor like Jervis, a 6-foot-4 guard from New York.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026
The successor to Norton will represent the nation's capital in Congress without the same voting powers as his four fellow freshmen.

— Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of freshmen

Noun

Willis’ pass protection is suspect (his 24 sacks are tied for fifth-most in the NFL), his receivers, tight ends and running backs are all unproven, and his GM and coach are both rookies.

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026
Stenberg has six goals and is tied for the scoring lead among NHL rookies.

— CBS News, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of rookies

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