inexperienced

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Thân thiện

A young, inexperienced hiker studies a map at a trailhead.

Definition

Adjective: * Lacking practical experience or training: Describes a person who has not had the opportunity to gain knowledge or skill through direct involvement in an activity or job over time. It implies a lack of familiarity that comes from doing something repeatedly.

Usage

The word "inexperienced" is used to describe a person, group, or sometimes their actions, indicating they are new to a particular field, task, or situation. It is a neutral or slightly negative descriptor, often contrasted with "experienced."

Examples

• As an adjective describing a person:
  • The company hired several inexperienced graduates for the training program.
  • She is a talented but inexperienced driver.
• As an adjective describing a quality or state:
  • His inexperienced approach to the negotiation was evident.
  • The team's performance showed inexperienced decision-making under pressure.

Advanced Usage

• "Inexperienced in/at (something)": This prepositional phrase specifies the area of inexperience.
  • He is inexperienced in managing large teams.
  • She admitted to being inexperienced at public speaking.

Variants and Related Words

• Inexperience (noun): The state or fact of being inexperienced.
  • His inexperience was a disadvantage in the competitive job market.

Synonyms

• Novice: A person new to and inexperienced in a job or situation.
• Untrained: Not having been taught the necessary skills.
• Green: Informal synonym meaning immature or inexperienced.
• Unpracticed: Not having had practice or experience in a particular activity.

Antonyms

• Experienced: Having knowledge or skill in a particular field gained over time.
• Seasoned: Having a lot of experience in a particular job or activity.
• Veteran: A person who has had long experience in a particular field.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. lacking practical experience or training

Từ đồng nghĩa

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