Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wonderkid

Noun
/ˈwʌndərˌkɪd/
Definition
A young person who is exceptionally talented or precocious in a particular field.
Examples
  • The young pianist was called a wonderkid after performing at Carnegie Hall.
  • His skills on the soccer field led everyone to label him as a wonderkid.
Meaning
A wonderkid often refers to a child or young adult who shows significant skill, ability, or promise in areas such as sports, music, academics, or business at an early age.
Synonyms
  • prodigy
  • whiz
  • genius
  • child prodigy
  • star