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Synonyms of greenhorn

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Another word for greenhorn is Johnny-come-lately. Other synonyms of greenhorn are neophyte, tyro, tenderfoot and first-timer.

Synonyms and similar words for greenhorn

nounAn inexperienced person; a novice, beginner, or newcomer.

Meaning of greenhorn

  1. noun An inexperienced person; a novice, beginner, or newcomer.
  2. noun A Portuguese person.

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Questions about synonyms of greenhorn

What is another word for greenhorn?
Greenhorn has 48 synonyms on Word.ws, such as Johnny-come-lately, neophyte, tyro, tenderfoot and first-timer.
What does greenhorn mean?
Greenhorn means an inexperienced person; a novice, beginner, or newcomer.

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