Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prodigio
noun
/ˈprɒdɪdʒi/
Definition
A prodigy is a person, especially a young one, endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities.
Examples
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a musical prodigy, composing music at the age of five.
- The young chess prodigy shocked everyone by defeating grandmasters at a national tournament.
- Her prodigious ability to memorize vast amounts of information set her apart from her peers.
Meaning
The term is often used to refer to someone who demonstrates extraordinary talent or intelligence at an early age.
Synonyms
- genius
- wonder
- phenomenon
- miracle