fledgling
Translation
young bird, novice, inexperienced
Examples
The fledgling finally left the nest.
The fledgling finally left the nest.
The fledgling company struggled to survive.
The fledgling company struggled to survive.
He is a fledgling in the world of politics.
He is a fledgling in the world of politics.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) fledgling ((noun)) a new and inexperienced (noun) The fledgling company struggled to survive.
((a)) fledgling a novice or beginner He is a fledgling in the world of politics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: novice, beginner; Antonyms: expert, veteran
Etymology
From Old English *flyċġe* 'feathered, fit to fly', related to 'fly'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a young bird that has just got its feathers ('fledged') and is ready to fly.