LEARNER Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

learner

noun

Definition of learner

as in novice

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Recent Examples of learner Advocates said parents often did not know that their child was still classified as an English learner. — Emily Woodruff, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026 For example, a child who has trouble following oral directions may be a visual learner, and a child who struggles to sit still in the classroom may be a kinesthetic learner. — Elisa Cinelli, Parents, 8 Sep. 2026 Ciara later noted that Win was a fast learner in an interview with People. — Emma Banks, InStyle, 8 Sep. 2026 Riders 15-years-old and older can operate micromobility devices with a valid ID or learner’s permit. — Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026 The old compact between institution and learner, affordable education in exchange for stability and opportunity, has collapsed, yet the institution continues to promise it. — Ann Kirschner, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 The loving mom, who also shares son Brayden, 10, with Tarek and son Hudson, 6, with Ant Anstead, shared a few photos and videos on her Instagram Stories, revealing that Taylor recently got her learner’s permit. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 Lifelong learner Bennett, who continued painting throughout his life, is shown here in 1963 working on a landscape piece at home in Englewood. — Eleni N. Gage, Architectural Digest, 3 Aug. 2026 Le said Pannakara was a quick learner, completing several projects on their campus including landscaping, a new kitchen, homes for the monastics and a memorial hall for deceased members. — Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 17 July 2026

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Noun

To capture some of that essence, Guitar Center is trying to make its stores a place to hang out for novices and pros alike.

— Phil Wahba, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
In the latest, The Big Cats Dance Party, a high-profile case falls to a novice sleuth while the agency’s founder is away.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of novice

Noun

Everyone thinks their kids’ slang is ridiculous and their parents’ politics naive.

— Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Mitt reminds me of these famous sports dads — Earl Woods, Richard Williams, Marv Marinovich — who put a golf club or tennis racket or football in their kids’ cribs.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of kid

Noun

While Christen and Jude remained among the hottest brands to check out at showroom appointments, other names pinpointed by buyers included Hagelstam, Nomasei, Neous and the newcomers Ananyan and Kiana Ghavidel.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
But velvet ropes and VIP tiers can leave newcomers wondering whether the conversation is meant for them.

— Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of newcomer

Noun

Pavia, 24, wasn’t selected in the 2026 NFL Draft and was cut by the Baltimore Ravens as a rookie free agent over the summer.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Garrett Mitchell walked, rookie Cooper Pratt laid down a sacrifice bunt and light-hitting Luis Lara banged the next pitch up the middle to score Mitchell from second for the 2-1 lead.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of rookie

Noun

Meghan Sullivan, a 20-year-old junior who has been on the team since her freshman year, has had Huettl style her hair for every game for the past three years.

— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
The freshman, who came to USC in the spring out of Santa Margarita High, rejoined the Trojans ahead of the Penn State game while the team faced a variety of injuries to other key players on both sides of the ball.

— Sean Campbell, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

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