1. people who have not been introduced to or given knowledge of something, especially a particular subject, skill, or secret practice
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The complex ritual was confusing to the uninitiates watching from the sidelines.
• The professor’s lecture was too advanced for the uninitiates in the audience.
• Only members could participate; uninitiates had to wait outside.
• The technical jargon made the discussion incomprehensible to uninitiates.
• The secret society carefully screened uninitiates before considering them for membership.
• To uninitiates, the ancient symbols appeared meaningless.