praecocial

/ˌpreɪsəˈkɒsɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Developing or mature beyond the usual age; precocious.

“The child’s artistic talents were considered praecocial, as she began painting at just three years old.”

2. noun

A person or animal that develops precocially.

“The zoologist studied the development of the pronghorn, a type of large mammal considered praecocial.”

Synonyms

  • advanced
  • precocious

Antonyms

  • delayed
  • retarded