inexperience
Americannoun
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lack of experience.
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lack of knowledge, skill, or wisdom gained from experience.
noun
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Etymology
Origin of inexperience
From the Late Latin word inexperientia, dating back to 1590–1600. See in- 3, experience
Example Sentences
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But Verhoeven believes his inexperience and unpredictability could turn what many see as impossible into reality.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
The youthfulness and inexperience of Rangers' squad perhaps accounts for some of their inconsistency.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
Her opponents say Takaichi’s comments reveal her inexperience and a measure of recklessness.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
St. John Bosco’s inexperience at quarterback and the absence of an elite running back also were exposed.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 23, 2025
There was, even in their delectation of necks, an innocence born of perfect inexperience combined with...politeness.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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