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NOVICE Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word novice. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word novice. (close relations)
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amateur
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime

• an athlete who does not play for pay

adjective satellite

• engaged in as a pastime

• lacking professional skill or expertise

beginner
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• someone new to a field or activity

• a person who founds or establishes some institution

greenhorn
nounn
noun

• an awkward and inexperienced youth

initiate
verb, nounv, n
noun

• someone new to a field or activity

• someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field

• people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity

verb

• bring into being

• take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of

• accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite

• bring up a topic for discussion

• set in motion, start an event or prepare the way for

learner
nounn
noun

• someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs

• works for an expert to learn a trade

neophyte
nounn
noun

• a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously

• any new participant in some activity

• a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist

newbie
nounn
noun

• any new participant in some activity

novitiate
nounn
noun

• the period during which you are a novice (especially in a religious order)

• someone who has entered a religious order but has not taken final vows

tiro
nounn
noun

• someone new to a field or activity

tyro
nounn
noun

• someone new to a field or activity

Best Hypernyms For NOVICE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for novice, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (9)
apprentice beginner fledgling greenhorn learner neophyte newbie trainee tyro
Phrases (2)
religious personunskilled person

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