inexperienced

American

[in-ik-speer-ee-uhnst] / ˌɪn ɪkˈspɪər i ənst /

adjective

not experienced; lacking knowledge, skill, or wisdom gained from experience.

Synonyms:

naive, green, raw, unpracticed, inexpert, unskilled

First recorded in 1620–30; inexperience + -ed ²

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Not surprisingly, it’s extremely unnerving for inexperienced skiers or for people who have a healthy fear of heights.

From Los Angeles Times

In the face of adversity, an inexperienced leader will lean on those who share his grievances and worldview.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is not suitable for inexperienced walkers and mountaineers or in wet and windy weather.

From BBC

About half of Kane’s crew balked at their inexperienced commander’s decision to stay another winter.

From Literature

He said Kerstin was not inexperienced and knew what she was getting into.

From BBC

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