noninitiate

English

Etymology

From non- +‎ initiate.

Noun

noninitiate (plural noninitiates)

  1. One who has not yet been initiated.
    Synonyms: uninitiate, outsider, exoteric; uninitiated (plural only)
    Antonyms: initiate, esoteric
    1. A nonexpert reader, listener, or conversant.
      Coordinate terms: layperson, nonexpert, amateur, novice
    2. A candidate for membership of a group, especially a fraternity, sorority, or secret society.
      Hyponym: hazee

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