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Meaning of veteran
A person with long experience in a particular field or activity
Etymology of veteran
The word "veteran" comes from the Latin "veteranus", meaning "of long experience" or "old soldier", which is derived from "vetus", meaning "old"
Historically, the term was used to describe Roman soldiers who had completed their term of service and were eligible for discharge or a pension
Synonyms
experienced
skilled
seasoned
expert
trained
practiced
accomplished
mature
long-serving
old-timer
professional
adept
proficient
capable
competent
knowledgeable
informed
wise
hardened
battle-scarred
grizzled
weathered
rugged
seasoned campaigner
old hand
past master
specialist
authority
connoisseur
aficionado
veteran campaigner
old guard
elder statesman
Definitions
- A person who has had long experience in a particular field or activity
- * A person who has served in a military force, especially one who has been in combat
Usage Examples
- The veteran politician knew how to work the crowd
- * He's a veteran of several military campaigns
- * She's a veteran teacher with over 20 years of experience
Antonyms
novice
beginner
amateur
rookie
newcomer
inexperienced
untrained
unskilled
unseasoned
immature
inexperienced
green
callow
youthful
fledgling
tenderfoot
neophyte
apprentice
trainee
student
learner