freshman

/fɹˈɛʃmən/

/ˈfɹɛʃmən/

Freshman

a high-school or university student who is in their first year of education

synonyms : fresher

any new participant in some activity

synonyms : entrant

freshman

used of a person in the first year of an experience (especially in United States high school or college)

synonyms : first-year

Examples

1. Sarah's brother is a freshman at the local university, studying computer science.

2. It will certainly give the freshmen something to write home about.

3. As a freshman, it's essential to seek guidance from seniors and professors for academic success.

4. Emily felt a mix of excitement and nervousness on her first day as a freshman.