Inexperience — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌi-nik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)s/ in·ex·pe·ri·ence

Meaning & Definition of Inexperience

Inexperience (noun)

  1. lack of practical experience
  2. lack of knowledge of the ways of the world

Inexperience (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lack of experience

    "He blames his mistakes at the new job on inexperience."

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inexperience

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inexperience:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inexperience

Words with the opposite meaning of Inexperience:

Word Forms of Inexperience

Derived words: inexperienced (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Inexperience

Middle French, from Late Latin inexperientia, from Latin in- + experientia experience

First known use: 1598

Frequently Asked Questions about Inexperience

What does "Inexperience" mean?

"Inexperience" means lack of practical experience. As a noun, it is defined as: lack of practical experience.

What is another word for "Inexperience"?

Other words for "Inexperience" include callowness, greenness, naïveté, rawness, simpleness, unsophistication, benightedness and cluelessness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inexperience" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Inexperience"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inexperience". Common alternatives include callowness, greenness, naïveté, rawness, simpleness, unsophistication, benightedness, cluelessness, ignorance and incognizance.

What is the opposite of "Inexperience"?

Antonyms of "Inexperience" include experience, know-how, sophistication, acquaintance, awareness, cognizance and familiarity.

How do you use "Inexperience" in a sentence?

Examples of "Inexperience" in a sentence: "He blames his mistakes at the new job on inexperience.".

Is "Inexperience" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inexperience" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Inexperience"?

"Inexperience" is pronounced /ˌi-nik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)s/ and divided into syllables as in·ex·pe·ri·ence.

What is the origin of the word "Inexperience"?

"Inexperience" comes from Middle French, from Late Latin inexperientia, from Latin in- + experientia experience. First known use: 1598.