Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rooky
Adjective
/ˈruːki/
Definition
Inexperienced, especially in a particular activity or field.
Examples
- The rooky employee struggled with the new software during his first week on the job.
- She felt like a rooky chef trying out recipes for the first time.
- As a rooky athlete, he had a lot to learn before competing at a higher level.
Meaning
Someone who is new or inexperienced, particularly in a professional setting or skill.
Synonyms
- Inexperienced
- Novice
- Amateur
- Beginner
- Newbie