prodigy

/ˈprɒdɪdʒi/ prah-DIJ-ee

Definitions

1. noun

A child or young person exhibiting exceptionally high abilities or talents, especially in the arts or sciences.

“She was considered a musical prodigy from a very young age.”

2. noun

A person of exceptional talent or skill, especially in a particular area.

“The young writer was hailed as a literary prodigy, with several bestselling novels under her belt.”

3. noun

Something that is unusually skilled or impressive, often unexpectedly or unexpectedly so.

“The new restaurant was a prodigy of culinary innovation, with a menu that pushed the boundaries of flavor and texture.”

4. adjective

Extraordinary or exceptionally skilled, especially in a particular area.

“The prodigy pianist performed the difficult piece with ease and precision.”

Synonyms

  • genius
  • prodigy
  • whiz
  • wunderkind

Antonyms

  • average
  • mediocrity