talented

[tal-uhn-tid]

adjective

1. having talent or special ability; gifted.

Other Word Forms

• multitalented adjective
• nontalented adjective
• untalented adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of talented¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English: “inclined, disposed”; talent + -ed ³

Example Sentences

"Argentina are a quality side - I play with a number of them, they are extremely talented," said England captain Maro Itoje.

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“This team is more talented, but they’re just young. It’s just guys who haven’t played before. There are certain mistakes you have to live through.”

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Ms Osei followed the star on the film's premiere world tour and said it had been "more meaningful" to see "talented" fans recreate her designs.

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"But I was aware at the time that he was extraordinarily talented."

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Murs is a talented footballer as well as a successful singer and has been a star of several Soccer Aid matches down the years - but he is not planning a serious comeback as a player.

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Related Words

• accomplished 
• adept 
• brilliant 
• capable 
• intelligent 
• proficient 
• skilled 
• smart