Synonyms for

Youngster

Verb / ˈjʌŋstɜ: / Another word for youngster — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a young person, typically one between the ages of 10 and 18

Synonyms & similar words

kid tyke fry child nipper smallfry nestling tiddler tike minor shaver child adolescent teenager youth juvenile minor teen youngling young'un innocent youngling whelp pup

Synonyms by register

Formal

adolescent juvenile minor

Informal

kid teen tyke brat whippersnapper

Literary

youth stripling urchin

Antonyms

adult elder senior aged old person veteran

Common collocations

  • a curious youngster
  • a mischievous youngster
  • a bright youngster
  • a typical youngster
  • the local youngster
  • a group of youngsters

Word family

noun youngster
adjective young

Usage note

Youngster is generally informal and can sometimes carry a slightly condescending tone, implying immaturity or inexperience.

Example sentences

  1. The youngster played with her friends at the playground.
  2. The little youngster was able to climb the tree all by himself.
  3. The teenager felt like he was too old to be called a youngster.
  4. The young ones were excited to see the new baby animals at the zoo.
  5. The youngster was upset that he couldn't go to the party.

Quotes

  • Every youngster should be taught to respect his elders and to take care of the weak.
  • I don't think you're a true youngster until you've done something drastic like dye your hair.
  • The youngster who has nothing to do but wait for his friends to call is a statistic waiting to happen.

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