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Meaning of neophyte

Wordnet

neophyte (n)

a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously

any new participant in some activity

a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist

Webster

neophyte (n.)

A new convert or proselyte; -- a name given by the early Christians, and still given by the Roman Catholics, to such as have recently embraced the Christian faith, and been admitted to baptism, esp. to converts from heathenism or Judaism.

A novice; a tyro; a beginner in anything.

neophyte Sentence Examples

  1. As a neophyte in the field, she eagerly absorbed every piece of information.
  2. The neophyte pilot trembled nervously at the controls during his first solo flight.
  3. The neophyte actor stumbled through his lines, betraying his lack of experience.
  4. The neophyte surgeon hesitated before making the incision, his hands slightly shaking.
  5. The neophyte gardener struggled to distinguish between weeds and desirable plants.
  6. The neophyte programmer quickly realized the complexities of the coding language.
  7. The neophyte musician's tentative strumming left much room for improvement.
  8. The neophyte artist's painting lacked the refinement and nuance of a seasoned professional.
  9. The neophyte dancer stumbled through the steps, her gracefulness yet to emerge.
  10. The neophyte photographer struggled to capture the perfect shot, his composition amateurish at best.

FAQs About the word neophyte

a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously, any new participant in some activity, a new convert being taught the principles of C

recruit, novice,newcomer,proselyte, convert,novitiate

veteran, veteran, professional, vet, old hand, master, old-timer, expert, pro, old-timer

As a neophyte in the field, she eagerly absorbed every piece of information.

The neophyte pilot trembled nervously at the controls during his first solo flight.

The neophyte actor stumbled through his lines, betraying his lack of experience.

The neophyte surgeon hesitated before making the incision, his hands slightly shaking.