Dictionary Check: amateur

"amateur" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 11 points

Definition

adjective

engaged in as a pastime

Example: "an amateur painter"
Synonyms:
adjective

lacking professional skill or expertise

Example: "a very amateurish job"
noun

someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime

noun

an athlete who does not play for pay

Antonyms:

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