prodigy
5 synonyms for prodigy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person, especially a child, with exceptional talent or ability.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use prodigy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
child prodigy
musical prodigy
chess prodigy
Etymology
From Latin prōdigium, "omen, portent, prophetic sign."
Full origin of prodigy →Frequently asked questions
What does “prodigy” mean?
The word “prodigy” means a person, especially a child, with exceptional talent or ability. In plain terms, someone (often a child) with amazing natural talent, or something remarkable.
How do you pronounce “prodigy”?
“Prodigy” is pronounced PRO-dihd-zhee (/ˈpɹɑdɪd͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “prodigy” in a sentence?
Here is “prodigy” used in a sentence: “The young violinist was hailed as a musical prodigy.”
What part of speech is “prodigy”?
“Prodigy” is a noun.
Where does the word “prodigy” come from?
The word “prodigy” comes from Latin. From Latin prōdigium, "omen, portent, prophetic sign.".
Is “prodigy” a common word?
“Prodigy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “prodigy” have?
“Prodigy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, especially a child, with exceptional talent or ability.
