noun · Medium SAT word

    Neophyte

    novice; a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously

    Neophyte in a sentence

    The neophyte musician played somewhat tentatively during her recital.

    Synonyms for neophyte

    • novice
    • beginner
    • newcomer

    Antonyms for neophyte

    • expert
    • veteran
    • master

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    Vocabulary like neophyte appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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