beginner
16 antonyms for beginner — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — A person who is new to a skill, activity, or subject.
Antonyms
campaigner
cognoscente
connoisseur
expert
journeyman
knowbie
master
maven
old hand
old sweat
oldbie
oldtimer
specialist
skilled person
trouper
veteran
How to use beginner
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
beginner's luck
beginner level
complete beginner
Etymology
Formed from "begin" plus the agent suffix "-er" — someone who is (just) beginning.
Full origin of beginner →Frequently asked questions
What does “beginner” mean?
The word “beginner” means a person who is new to a skill, activity, or subject. In plain terms, someone new to doing something, without much experience yet.
How do you pronounce “beginner”?
“Beginner” is pronounced bih-GIH-nuh (/bəˈɡɪnɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “beginner” in a sentence?
Here is “beginner” used in a sentence: “This yoga class is designed for complete beginners.”
What is another word for “beginner”?
Words with a similar meaning to “beginner” include amateur, newbie, abecedarian, alphabetarian, apprentice and bun.
What is the opposite of “beginner”?
The opposite of “beginner” — its antonyms — are campaigner, cognoscente, connoisseur, expert and journeyman.
What part of speech is “beginner”?
“Beginner” is a noun.
Is “beginner” a common word?
“Beginner” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
