Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whippersnapper
noun
/ˈwɪpərˌsnæpər/
Definition
A young and inexperienced person who is seen as presumptuous or overconfident.
Examples
- That whippersnapper thinks he knows everything about the job just because he graduated last year.
- My grandfather always called me a whippersnapper when I was too eager to share my opinions.
Meaning
The term is often used to refer to someone who is energetic and lively, but may lack the experience or maturity expected from their behavior.
Synonyms
- upstart
- youngster
- novice
- rascal
