FLEDGLING Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

fledgling

noun

ˈflej-liŋ

as in novice

a person who is just starting out in a field of activity at hockey he's still a fledgling and needs to work on his basic skating skills

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Recent Examples of fledgling Evidence of Hurricane Michael’s destruction can still be seen in the fledgling sweetgum, magnolia, oak, and hickory trees sprouting with new growth. —

Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025 Known for turning around the fortunes of fledgling teams, Vermeil spent 15 seasons coaching the Chiefs, St. Louis Rams and Philadelphia Eagles. —

Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025 Collate is emerging from stealth with $30 million in seed funding led by Redpoint that values the fledgling business at more than $100 million, a significant number for such an early-stage company. —

Alex Konrad, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025 Back in his home state after his presidency, Mr. Carter, when not building houses for the poor or monitoring elections in fledgling democracies, continued to exert influence on Democratic leaders. —

Richard Fausset, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fledgling

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Now, Trump has four years of White House experience while Vance is a novice.

— Roy Brownell, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2025
While a novice might think that selecting the right fly is the key to catching fish, seasoned anglers know that meticulous attention to every element of the fishing process leads to a rewarding day on the water.

— Brennan Drew, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025