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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The article contends that Raman employed divisive tactics by falsely claiming Pratt and Bass were coordinating against her, a characterization that drew audience laughter and demonstrated her inexperience and insufficient preparation for the mayoral contest.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
In those cases, poor behaviour is usually driven by inexperience or uncertainty, not intent.
From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026
They named nine players in their matchday 23 who were aged 20 or younger, with that inexperience evident.
From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026
Compensating for his inexperience, he is surrounding himself with seasoned aides recruited from past mayoral administrations and former US president Joe Biden's government.
From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026
There’s Mom, Uncle Max, Prism, and even the kiss with Adam—I’m suffocating beneath the weight of life inexperience.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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