Synonyms

talented

American

[tal-uhn-tid] / ˈtæl ən tɪd /

adjective

having talent or special ability; gifted.

Other Word Forms

multitalented adjective
nontalented adjective
untalented adjective

Etymology

Origin of talented

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

Example Sentences

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Hollub was regarded as a talented petroleum engineer but she was less astute as a financial manager.

From Barron's

Zazie Beetz, the talented longtime co-star of TV’s “Atlanta,” who deserves better material than this, stars as Asia, an unsuspecting newcomer to the building.

From The Wall Street Journal

They might still be very talented, but it’s just not what it was.

From Los Angeles Times

She added: "The creative scene here is really talented and it is great that we are being recognised, you don't need to move away from home to be recognised by the big brands."

From BBC

It is that reality which has made the PWR – the biggest domestic women's rugby league anywhere – a magnet for talented players around the world.

From BBC

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