Uninitiated
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʌnɪnˈɪʃi.eɪtɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Uninitiated is an adjective meaning Not having been initiated; not having the special knowledge of a particular group.
Meaning
Not having been initiated; not having the special knowledge of a particular group.
More Meanings
- People who have not been initiated and thus do not have the special knowledge of a particular group.
Example Sentences
A quick guide for the uninitiated
His jargon-filled talk was gibberish to the uninitiated, but it was clear and concise to practitioners.
His jargon-filled talk was gibberish to uninitiated listeners, but it was clear and concise to practitioners.
Although the priests are the initiated, they remain ignorant and incapable of instructing the uninitiated in the proper method of painting the temples.
Synonyms for uninitiated
Depending on context, synonyms include uninformed, exoteric, noninitiate, uninitiate, outsider, inexperienced.
Antonyms for uninitiated
Common opposites include esoteric.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include uninitiate, inexperienced, secular, lay, naive, untrained.
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