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amateur vs amateurish vs novice
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| amateuradjective/ˈæm.ə.tʃər/ | Meaning doing an activity for enjoyment, not as a paid job; also done without much skill | Goes with amateur photographer | Example The video was filmed by an amateur photographer who happened to be nearby. |
| amateurishadjective/ˈæm.ə.tʃʊr.ɪʃ/ | Meaning done badly, without the skill of a professional | Goes with — | Example The website looked amateurish, with blurry photos and many spelling mistakes. |
| novicenoun/ˈnɑː.vɪs/ | Meaning a person who is new to an activity or job and has little experience | Goes with complete novice | Example The course is designed for complete novices with no experience. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She competed as an athlete before turning professional.