Trainee — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /trā-ˈnē/ train·ee

Meaning & Definition of Trainee

Trainee (noun)

  1. one that is being trained especially for a job

Trainee (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who is being trained for a job

    "on-the-job trainees"

    "Not all of the management trainees will be hired."

    similar: learner, student, abecedarian, apprentice, babe, beginner, colt, cub, fledgling, freshman, greenhorn, neophyte, newbie, newcomer, novice, novitiate, punk, recruit, rook, rookie, tenderfoot, tyro, virgin, boot, amateur, dabbler, dilettante, candidate, entrant, probationer
    opposite: expert, master, pro, professional, old hand, old-timer, vet, veteran

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Trainee

The most common words with a similar meaning to Trainee:

learner, student, abecedarian, apprentice, babe, beginner, colt, cub, fledgling, freshman, greenhorn, neophyte, newbie, newcomer, novice, novitiate, punk, recruit, rook, rookie, tenderfoot, tyro, virgin, boot, amateur, dabbler, dilettante, candidate, entrant, probationer

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Trainee

Words with the opposite meaning of Trainee:

expert, master, pro, professional, old hand, old-timer, vet, veteran

Word Forms of Trainee

Derived words: traineeship (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Trainee

First known use: 1833

Frequently Asked Questions about Trainee

What does "Trainee" mean?

"Trainee" means one that is being trained especially for a job. As a noun, it is defined as: one that is being trained especially for a job.

What is another word for "Trainee"?

Other words for "Trainee" include learner, student, abecedarian, apprentice, babe, beginner, colt and cub. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Trainee" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Trainee"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Trainee". Common alternatives include learner, student, abecedarian, apprentice, babe, beginner, colt, cub, fledgling and freshman.

What is the opposite of "Trainee"?

Antonyms of "Trainee" include expert, master, pro, professional, old hand, old-timer, vet and veteran.

How do you use "Trainee" in a sentence?

Examples of "Trainee" in a sentence: "on-the-job trainees"; "Not all of the management trainees will be hired.".

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

"Trainee" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Trainee"?

"Trainee" is pronounced /trā-ˈnē/ and divided into syllables as train·ee.

What is the origin of the word "Trainee"?

First known use: 1833.