Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

novice

noun
/ˈnɒvɪs/
Definition
A person who is new to a particular field or activity.
Examples
  • As a novice in coding, she took an introductory course to understand the basics.
  • He was a novice at chess, still learning the rules and strategies.
Meaning
Someone who is just starting to learn or do something and lacks experience.
Synonyms
  • beginner
  • learner
  • amateur
  • neophyte