rookie
0 antonyms and opposites of rookie, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Someone new to a job, sport, or team; a first-year professional or a novice.
How to use rookie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Likely an alteration of "recruit," possibly influenced by "rook" in the sense of an easy target for a con.
Full origin of rookie →Frequently asked questions
What does “rookie” mean?
The word “rookie” means someone new to a job, sport, or team; a first-year professional or a novice. In plain terms, someone in their first year at a job or sport, still learning the ropes.
How do you pronounce “rookie”?
“Rookie” is pronounced RUU-kee (/ˈɹʊki/ in IPA).
How do you use “rookie” in a sentence?
Here is “rookie” used in a sentence: “The rookie quarterback threw three touchdowns in his first start.”
What is another word for “rookie”?
Words with a similar meaning to “rookie” include beginner, newbie, noob, tyro and novice.
What part of speech is “rookie”?
Depending on how it is used, “rookie” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “rookie” a common word?
“Rookie” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rookie” have?
“Rookie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone new to a job, sport, or team; a first-year professional or a novice.
What is the difference between a rookie and a veteran?
A rookie is someone new to a job, sport, or team, typically a first-year professional. A veteran is an experienced member who has spent years in the role, so the two words mark opposite ends of experience.
Is rookie formal or informal?
Rookie is informal and conversational, common in sports, policing, and everyday speech. In formal writing, words like novice, beginner, or new recruit are usually preferred.
What is the difference between a rookie and an amateur?
A rookie is a first-year or newly arrived professional who is inexperienced but paid to do the job. An amateur does something for enjoyment rather than as a paid career, so a rookie is still a professional while an amateur is not.