gifted
Americanadjective
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having great special talent or ability.
the debut of a gifted artist.
- Synonyms:
- talented, accomplished
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having exceptionally high intelligence.
gifted children.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- giftedly adverb
- giftedness noun
- overgifted adjective
- ungifted adjective
- well-gifted adjective
Etymology
Origin of gifted
Example Sentences
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As with the home 4-2 defeat to the Red Devils, there was a naivety to the way in which they gifted their opponents chances throughout.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
But first and foremost, Bad Omens are gifted musicians, and whatever eldritch magic Sebastian wields onstage will always be bolstered by a serious band contorting metal, dark pop and electronic music.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Instead, Foden failed to make any impact, suffering in an over-crowded area against a gifted and uncompromising Uruguay side, often forced to drop deep to little effect in this 1-1 draw.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
“That’s something the Lord has gifted me,” Johnston said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
Perhaps some less gifted Order member had needed its assistance, and Dumbledore had acted as carrier?
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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