neophyte | Definition of neophyte

Synonyms and Antonyms of neophyte

1 a person who has recently been persuaded to join a religious sect

neophytes are assigned an experienced church member to guide them through their first year

Synonyms of neophyte

convert, proselyte

Words Related to neophyte

newcomer, novice, novitiate, recruit

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

a neophyte in snowboarding

Synonyms of neophyte

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

Words Related to neophyte

amateur, dabbler, dilettante

learner, student, trainee

candidate, entrant, probationer

Near Antonyms of neophyte

expert, master, pro, professional

Antonyms of neophyte

old hand, old-timer, vet, veteran