amateurish
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for amateurish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Lacking skill or polish; looking like the work of a beginner rather than a professional.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From amateur plus the suffix -ish, which here means "resembling" or "having the qualities of".
Full origin of amateurish →Frequently asked questions
What does “amateurish” mean?
The word “amateurish” means lacking skill or polish; looking like the work of a beginner rather than a professional. In plain terms, unprofessional-looking or clumsily done — always a criticism.
How do you pronounce “amateurish”?
“Amateurish” is pronounced A-muh-chuu-ihsh (/ˈæ.mə.t͡ʃʊɚ.ɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “amateurish” in a sentence?
Here is “amateurish” used in a sentence: “The website design looked amateurish, with mismatched fonts and broken links.”
What part of speech is “amateurish”?
“Amateurish” is an adjective.
