neophyte
Meaning: someone who is young or inexperienced
Usage: As a neophyte in the literary world, Malik had trouble finding a publisher for his first novel.
novice
Meaning: a beginner, someone without training or experience
Usage: Because we were all novices at yoga, our instructor decided to begin with the basics.
indigenous
Meaning: originating in a region
Usage: Some fear that these plants, which are not indigenous to the region, may choke out the vegetation that is native to the area.
nascent
Meaning: in the process of being born or coming into existence
Usage: Unfortunately, my brilliant paper was only in its nascent form on the morning that it was due.
innate
Meaning: inborn, native, inherent
Usage: His incredible athletic talent is innate; he never trains, lifts weights, or practices.