rejuvenate -
To make somebody or something look or feel newer or younger
After his camping trip in the Rockies, Sam felt rejuvenated physically and emotionally, and was looking to go back to work with renewed energy.
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rookie -
A beginner who has little or no experience.
The rookie mountain climbers descended at a safer location than the experts and had additional supervision to ensure their safety while they gained experience.
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neophyte -
Someone inexperienced who is just starting out in a field or area, a beginner or novice, especially someone new to a skill, subject, or activity.
As a neophyte to programming, she found the first few lessons challenging but exciting.
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prelude -
An event or action that signals or prepares for what is to follow, often setting the tone for what comes next.
The opening speech was just a prelude to the main presentation, setting the stage for what was to come.
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refurbish -
To renovate and redecorate something; to restore something to its original or better condition and appearance.
After finding the used piece of furniture, Joel refurbished it so that it looked brand new.
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revamp -
To give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.
Every year, Apple revamps its iPhone line with a new model that has different features.
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bloom -
To use and show one's full and complete potential.
The couple really liked each other, but it was only after they married and raised a family that their love really bloomed.
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vanguard -
A group of people that leads the way for others, in ideas or battle.
During the 1980's, a small group of tech companies in Silicon Valley, California were the vanguard that led the world in new developments that changed the world.
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purify -
To refine or clarify something to make it more genuine, perfect, or pure
The chef used a special technique to purify the broth and improve its flavor
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novice -
Someone who is beginning to learn a skill or subject
Because Mary was a novice programmer, she often asked her co-workers for help and advice.
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nascent -
Emerging or starting to grow, especially referring to ideas, industries, or movements.
The scientist is studying the nascent stages of star formation in distant galaxies
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sprout -
A shoot of a plant
The sprouts swayed in the wind for now, but they would soon grow into strong plants.
