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LEARNER: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for LEARNER?

Need another word that means the same as “learner”? Find 21 synonyms and 30 related words for “learner” in this overview.

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Learner as a Noun
Definitions of "Learner" as a noun
Synonyms of "Learner" as a noun (21 Words)
Usage Examples of "Learner" as a noun
Associations of "Learner" (30 Words)

The synonyms of “Learner” are: apprentice, prentice, assimilator, scholar, beginner, trainee, pupil, student, mentee, novice, newcomer, starter, probationer, tyro, fledgling, fresher, freshman, freshwoman, neophyte, initiate, raw recruit

Learner as a Noun

Definitions of "Learner" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “learner” as a noun can have the following definitions:

Someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs.
A person who is learning to drive a motor vehicle and has not yet passed a driving test.
A person who is learning a subject or skill.
Works for an expert to learn a trade.

Synonyms of "Learner" as a noun (21 Words)

apprentice	Works for an expert to learn a trade. An apprentice* barman.*
assimilator	A person who assimilates or engages in assimilation. He was a successful assimilator* and developer of European influences.*
beginner	A person just starting to learn a skill or take part in an activity. Language courses for beginners.
fledgling	A person or organization that is immature, inexperienced, or underdeveloped. The country s fledgling* democracy.*
fresher	A first-year undergraduate. Both older members of the university and freshers are vulnerable.
freshman	A first-year student at university. We invited the freshmen.
freshwoman	A female first-year student.
initiate	A person who has been initiated into an organization or activity. It is very familiar to the initiate.
mentee	A person who is advised, trained, or counselled by a mentor.
neophyte	A new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist. A cast of neophyte* actors.*
newcomer	A person who has recently arrived in a place. He s a newcomer* to Boston.*
novice	An animal, especially a racehorse, that has not yet won a major prize or reached a sufficient level of performance to qualify for important events. He was a complete novice* in foreign affairs.*
prentice	Works for an expert to learn a trade. A tailor s prentice.
probationer	A nurse in training who is undergoing a trial period.
pupil	A trainee barrister. They are former pupils of the school.
raw recruit	Informal terms for nakedness.
scholar	A university student holding a scholarship. A Hebrew scholar.
starter	The official who signals the beginning of a race or competition. Material to act as a starter* for discussion.*
student	A person who is studying at a university or other place of higher education. High school students.
trainee	Someone who is being trained. Trainee solicitors.
tyro	Someone new to a field or activity.

Usage Examples of "Learner" as a noun

A fast learner.

Associations of "Learner" (30 Words)

amateur	A person who is incompetent or inept at a particular activity. An amateur* painter.*
apprentice	Serve as an apprentice. An apprentice* barman.*
beginner	A person just starting to learn a skill or take part in an activity. A beginner* s guide.*
class	Arrange or order by classes or categories. I took classes in Indian music.
classmate	An acquaintance that you go to school with.
education	The United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education including federal aid to educational institutions and students created 1979. A girl s education* was less important than a boy s.*
entrant	A person or group that enters or takes part in something. A well publicized entrant* is the pocket computer.*
fledgling	Young and inexperienced. A fledgling* enterprise.*
freshman	A first-year student at university. Freshman year in high school or college.
grader	A pupil of a specified grade in a school. A first grader.
graduate	A graduated cup tube flask or measuring glass used especially by chemists and pharmacists. Graduate courses.
instructor	A person whose occupation is teaching. A driving instructor.
laity	Lay people, as distinct from the clergy.
layman	A person without professional or specialized knowledge in a particular subject. He was an active Catholic layman.
neophyte	A plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously. Four day cooking classes are offered to neophytes and experts.
newbie	Any new participant in some activity.
newcomer	A person who has recently arrived in a place. She s a newcomer* to the area.*
novice	A person new to and inexperienced in a job or situation. He was a complete novice* in foreign affairs.*
prentice	Works for an expert to learn a trade. A tailor s prentice.
pupil	A person who is taught by another, especially a schoolchild or student in relation to a teacher. Will you take me on as your pupil.
rookie	An awkward and inexperienced youth. A rookie* cop.*
sophomore	A second-year undergraduate. His sophomore* year.*
starter	A plan or idea that has a chance of succeeding and is therefore worthy of consideration. Material to act as a starter* for discussion.*
student	Denoting someone who is studying in order to enter a particular profession. A student* of the free market.*
teaching	The occupation, profession, or work of a teacher. I went into teaching* because I like working with children.*
trainee	Someone who is being trained. Trainee solicitors.
training	The action of teaching a person or animal a particular skill or type of behaviour. You ll have to go into strict training.
tutorial	Of or relating to tutors or tutoring. A tutorial* on English poetry.*
tyro	Someone new to a field or activity.
undergraduate	Denoting or relating to an undergraduate. Undergraduate students.