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amateur

noun

/ˈæmətər/

Meaning

A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or art, on an unpaid basis.

The painting looked impressive, even though it was done by an amateur.

amateur hour

novice, beginner, nonprofessional, layman, hobbyist

professional, expert, specialist

amateur photographer, amateur player, amateur performance, amateur competition

a tendency to do nothing or remain unchanged; lack of activity or movement

a female dog; an unpleasant or spiteful woman (offensive)

depraved or wicked behavior or character

Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself.

extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources