gifted

[ gif-tid ]

adjective

1. having great special talent or ability:

   the debut of a gifted artist.

   Synonyms: talented, accomplished

2. having exceptionally high intelligence:

   gifted children.

gifted

/ ˈɡɪftɪd /

adjective

1. having or showing natural talent or aptitude

   a gifted musician

   a gifted performance

Derived Forms

• ˈgiftedness, noun
• ˈgiftedly, adverb

Other Words From

• gifted·ly adverb
• gifted·ness noun
• over·gifted adjective
• un·gifted adjective
• well-gifted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of gifted¹

First recorded in 1635–45; gift + -ed ³

Example Sentences

The home side dropped catches and gifted wickets away.

From BBC

Aside from that uncanny comic timing, Lohan is gifted with a screen presence that few of her contemporaries could replicate, making her perfect for scene-stealing supporting roles.

From Salon

Still, he remembered his sibling as a gifted artist who painted and sculpted.

From Los Angeles Times

Of course, the producers had to find a performer gifted enough to channel Angela’s distinctive voice in convincing fashion.

From Los Angeles Times

He admitted that he “wasn’t very gifted” at it – but said he felt safe at all times.

From BBC

Related Words

• accomplished
• brilliant
• capable
• skilled
• smart