uninitiated

British  

/ ˌʌnɪˈnɪʃɪeɪtɪd /

adjective

1. 1. not having gained knowledge or experience of a particular subject or activity

   2. ( as collective noun ; preceded by the )

      the uninitiated

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Example Sentences

For the uninitiated: What a cane seems to do is take a load off, even though you carry it on only one side.

From The Wall Street Journal

It serves as a showcase for his substantial gifts as a songwriter, and efficiently brings the uninitiated up to speed.

From The Wall Street Journal

To rewind for the uninitiated, Nuzzi was a young phenom political reporter.

From The Wall Street Journal

To the uninitiated, signs of stars aligning are there in the crisp Glaswegian sky.

From BBC

“Come See Me in the Good Light” features other segments that provide a snapshot of Gibson’s life and career, which is useful for the uninitiated.

From Salon