prodigy

[prod-i-jee]

noun

plural

prodigies 

1. a person, especially a child or young person, having extraordinary talent or ability.

   a musical prodigy.

2. a marvelous example (usually followed byof ).

3. something wonderful or marvelous; a wonder.

4. something abnormal or monstrous.

5. Archaic.,  something extraordinary regarded as of prophetic significance.

prodigy

/ ˈprɒdɪdʒɪ /

noun

1. a person, esp a child, of unusual or marvellous talents

2. anything that is a cause of wonder and amazement

3. something monstrous or abnormal

4. an archaic word for omen

Word History and Origins

Origin of prodigy¹

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English prodige, from Latin prōdigium “prophetic sign”

Word History and Origins

Origin of prodigy¹

C16: from Latin prōdigium an unnatural happening, from _pro- ¹ + -igium, probably from āio I say

Example Sentences

Olympian and former Nike athlete who has been critical of the brand, called Kipyegon a “true prodigy,” but thought that fixating on 4 minutes was misguided.

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As a prodigy who turned pro at 13, Doncic may be an odd advocate for casual, unstructured play, but he feels it in his game.

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He’s looking for “prodigies” willing to work seven days a week.

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From teenage prodigy in Bolton to world champion, Khan spent two decades in the spotlight.

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He knows he is a prodigy and does not pretend otherwise.

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Related Words

• genius 
• sensation 
• whiz 
• wizard 
• wunderkind