Synonyms

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

Etymology

Origin of inexperienced

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

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Inexperienced Tane Edmed took over the key playmaking role while Matt Faessler replaced Pollard, with 35-year-old playmaker James O'Connor released back to his club.

From Barron's • Nov. 22, 2025

Inexperienced pest management workers might try to pour liquid insecticide on red imported fire ant nests, Taravati said, but it’s not so simple.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2024

Inexperienced swimmers were advised to stay out of the water, according to weather officials, and beach-goers should be on the lookout for sneaker waves that can suddenly pull people into the ocean.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2024

Inexperienced staff are also more likely to be manipulated by lobbyists, as they may not have as much expertise in niche tech topics, thus limiting the flow of external information into Congress.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2023

Inexperienced and unprepared, she’d quickly become a national punch line.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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