noun
someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime
noun
an athlete who does not play for pay
adjective
engaged in as a pastime
Synonyms
Examples
- an amateur painter
- gained valuable experience in amateur theatricals
- recreational golfers
- reading matter that is both recreational and mentally stimulating
- unpaid extras in the documentary
adjective
lacking professional skill or expertise
Synonyms
Examples
- a very amateurish job
- inexpert but conscientious efforts
- an unskilled painting