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

Other Word Forms

• giftedly adverb
• giftedness noun
• overgifted adjective
• ungifted adjective
• well-gifted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of gifted¹

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

Example Sentences

It turned out that I was very gifted in math.

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He said his longevity was down to whiskey and he was gifted a bottle by The Corps of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers with his military service number engraved.

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As the second half of regular time progressed the teams became increasingly cautious, especially Nigeria, who almost gifted the lead to DR Congo on 83 minutes.

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But while Matthew predicts these gifted guitars, which he says are "wonderful to play", will entice other pupils to begin their musical journey, his own inspiration came long ago and from much closer to home.

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He has been bowling at full pace for two months and looked in fine shape on Wednesday, even if he could not believe the way in which some of his wickets were gifted.

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Related Words

• accomplished 
• brilliant 
• capable 
• skilled 
• smart