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1. amateur
noun. ['ˈæməˌtʃɝː, ˈæməˌtɝː'] someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime.
Synonyms
- someone
- soul
- birder
- dilettante
- bird watcher
- sciolist
- dabbler
- person
- individual
- hobbyist
- somebody
Antonyms
- extrovert
- debtor
- nonreligious person
- follower
Etymology
- amateur (French)
- amator (Latin)
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How do you pronounce amateur?
Pronounce amateur as ˈæməˌʧər.
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How do you spell amateur? Is it amatuer ?
A common misspelling of amateur is amatuer
Sentences with amateur
1. Noun, singular or mass
An amateur player is more likely to hit the ball around 100 yards.
2. Adjective
The goal of any amateur comedian is to find professional work.
Quotes about amateur
1. Every artist was first an amateur.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
2. As fandom grew more variegated, genzines reflected a broadening of interests, carrying personal columns of humor and reflection, science articles, amateur fiction, stylish gossip, and inevitably, thoughtful pieces on the future of fandom.
- Gregory Benford
3. When I look at a lot of older stuff that I've written, I think one sign of amateur humor writing is when you see people trying too hard.
- David Sedaris
2. amateur
adjective. ['ˈæməˌtʃɝː, ˈæməˌtɝː'] engaged in as a pastime.
Synonyms
- unpaid
- nonprofessional
Antonyms
- stranger
- introvert
- withholder
Etymology
- amateur (French)
- amator (Latin)
3. amateur
adjective. ['ˈæməˌtʃɝː, ˈæməˌtɝː'] lacking professional skill or expertise.
Synonyms
- unprofessional
- unskilled
- inexpert
Antonyms
- male
- adult
- loser
- unemotional person
Etymology
- amateur (French)
- amator (Latin)
4. amateur
noun. ['ˈæməˌtʃɝː, ˈæməˌtɝː'] an athlete who does not play for pay.
Synonyms
- sporting man
- athlete
- jock
Antonyms
- bad guy
- partisan
- leader
- member
Etymology
- amateur (French)
- amator (Latin)