Synonyms for

Recruits

Verb / rʌˈkru:ts / / rɪˈkru:ts / / ri:ˈkru:ts / Another word for recruits — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Recruits are new members of a group or organization, especially soldiers.

Synonyms & similar words

recruit inscribe raise enlistee militaryrecruit enroll levy enrol enter freshmen novices rookies trainees apprentices beginners neophytes prospects candidates aspirants enrollees students volunteers inexperienced raw unseasoned untrained green call-ups

Synonyms by register

Formal

conscripts enlistees novices beginners

Informal

newbies rookies freshmen greenhorns

Literary

fledglings tenderfoots

Antonyms

veterans experts seasoned experienced masters professionals

Common collocations

  • military recruits
  • new recruits
  • army recruits
  • police recruits
  • recruit training
  • recruitement drive
  • recruitement process

Word family

noun recruit
verb recruit
adjective recruited

Usage note

The word 'recruits' often refers to new members of a military or police force, but can also be used for new members of any organization or team. It generally implies a lack of experience.

Example sentences

  1. The football team needed to recruit new players for the upcoming season.
  2. The company's success depended on hiring the right recruits for their sales team.
  3. The army offers many benefits to its recruits, including education and job training.
  4. The police department had a difficult time finding qualified recruits who met their standards.
  5. The college admissions office sent out invitations to promising recruits to attend a campus visit.

Quotes

  • "The best leaders are like great coaches - they know how to recruit the best players." - John C. Maxwell
  • "The army teaches boys to think like men." - Elvis Presley
  • "The only thing harder than getting a new idea into the military mind is to get an old one out." - B.H. Liddell Hart

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