beginner | Definition of beginner

Synonyms and Antonyms of beginner

a person who is just starting out in a field of activity

although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress

Synonyms of beginner

abecedarian, apprentice, babe, colt, cub, fledgling, freshman, greenhorn, neophyte, newbie, newcomer, novice, novitiate, punk, recruit, rook, rookie, tenderfoot, tyro, virgin

Words Related to beginner

amateur, dabbler, dilettante

learner, student, trainee

candidate, entrant, probationer

Near Antonyms of beginner

expert, master, pro, professional

Antonyms of beginner

old hand, old-timer, vet, veteran