A recent convert is someone who has recently changed their beliefs or affiliations. The term can be broken down into three crossword solutions: NEOPHYTE (8 letters), PROSELYTE (9 letters), and latecomer (9 letters). A NEOPHYTE is a beginner or novice in a particular field or activity. A PROSELYTE is someone who has been converted from one opinion, religion, or party to another. A latecomer is someone who arrives after the expected or usual time. All three terms refer to someone who has recently changed their beliefs or affiliations.