Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun neophyte

3 senses of neophyte

Sense 1
neophyte -- (a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously)
       => plant, flora, plant life -- ((botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion)

Sense 2
newcomer, fledgling, fledgeling, starter, neophyte, freshman, newbie, entrant -- (any new participant in some activity)
       => novice, beginner, tyro, tiro, initiate -- (someone new to a field or activity)

Sense 3
catechumen, neophyte -- (a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist)
       => student, pupil, educatee -- (a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution)