Fledgling
(adjective)
- In the process of developing or just starting; inexperienced or immature.
- A young bird that has recently left the nest and is not yet fully fledged.
- An organization, company, or individual that is just starting out or in the early stages of development.
Origin:
From middle english fledgeling, meaning "a young bird that has not yet acquired its flight feathers.".
Examples:
- The fledgling singer was nervous about performing in front of a live audience for the first time.
- The fledgling bird was flapping its wings, trying to learn how to fly.
- The fledgling company was struggling to get off the ground, but had a lot of potential.
- The fledgling entrepreneur was filled with ideas and energy, but lacked experience.
- The fledgling democracy was still finding its footing, but was on the path towards stability.