neophyte
/ˈni.əˌfaɪt/
Group 7Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief GRE
Example in Context
The neophyte investor made the classic mistake of buying high and selling low, driven by emotion rather than analysis.
Synonyms
beginnernovicenewcomer
Etymology
A new plant — someone new to a skill or belief.
- neo- (Greek) — new
- phytos (Greek) — plant
Memory Aid
🥊Sounds like “knee-o-fight”
A newbie in a boxing ring, awkwardly trying to punch with their KNEES while being called a NEOPHYTE!
Visual Association
🌱A small sprout poking through the soil, symbolizing a beginner in the world of knowledge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “neophyte” mean on the GRE?
neophyte (noun) means “A person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief”. The neophyte investor made the classic mistake of buying high and selling low, driven by emotion rather than analysis.
How to remember “neophyte” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “neophyte” sounds like “knee-o-fight”. A newbie in a boxing ring, awkwardly trying to punch with their KNEES while being called a NEOPHYTE!
What are synonyms for “neophyte”?
Common synonyms: beginner, novice, newcomer.