beginners

NOUN

person unskilled in something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

learner neophyte newcomer novice

STRONG

abecedarian amateur apprentice catechumen colt fish fledgling greenhorn initiate novitiate probationer recruit starter student tenderfoot trainee tyro

WEAK

buckwheater greenie new kid on the block new person

Antonyms

STRONG

expert professional teacher

WEAK

old hand veteran

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beginners

For beginners, Papas recommends sticking to bike paths and joining cycling groups.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026

For most beginners, taking these few, easy steps can have a significant impact on strengthening your long-term creditworthiness — not to mention building your financial confidence.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 17, 2026

Summary: CyberGhost is an excellent app for beginners with clear server labels for streaming, gaming and torrenting.

From Salon ● Jun. 10, 2026

Sales of complete golf club sets, a proxy for equipment used by beginners, rose 31% between 2021 and 2025, according to Tucker.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026

So there were rank beginners who barely knew the moves, seasoned club players who’d been playing chess all of their lives, and a sprinkling of masters.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady