The term "neophyte" comes from the Greek word "neophytos," meaning "newly planted." It originally referred to someone who was newly converted to a religion, particularly in early Christianity. Over time, it has come to describe anyone who is new to a particular field or activity, emphasizing their lack of experience or knowledge in that area. Thus, a beginner is called a neophyte to highlight their status as someone just starting out.
Beginner
an initiate or beginner
The word neophyte means someone who is a novice or beginner. An antonym for the word neophyte would be "professional" or "expert."
Novice, tyro, neophyte, apprentice.
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beginner, fledgling, freshman, greenhorn, initiate, neophyte, novitiate, tenderfoot, tyro
Neophyte
A neophyte is another word for someone who is new to a sport. Neophyte is derived from the Greek word "neophytos," meaning newly planted or newly converted. In the context of sports, a neophyte refers to a beginner or novice who is just starting to learn and participate in a particular sport.
The word neophyte is comprised of two root words: 'neo' and 'phyt.' The root word neo is derived from the Ancient Greek word 'neos,' meaning 'new,' and phyt is derived from the Greek word 'phutos,' meaning 'plant.' Together, they form the word neophyte, which describes a person who is a beginner or novice.
apprentice learner, novice, neophyte, cadet, tyro, beginner
Neophyte means beginner, or novice. Another word meaning the same thing is tyro.
beginner. novice. novitiate. amateur. tyro. trainee. greenhorn. rookie. tenderfoot. recruit. apprentice. pupil. student.