prodigy

[ˈprɒdɪdʒi]

prodigy Definition

  • 1a young person with exceptional qualities or abilities
  • 2an impressive or outstanding example of a particular quality

Using prodigy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prodigy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Mozart was a child prodigy who began composing music at the age of five.

  • Example

    She is a prodigy in mathematics and has won numerous awards for her work.

  • Example

    The young athlete is considered a prodigy in his sport and has already broken several records.

  • Example

    The painting is a prodigy of color and light, capturing the essence of the landscape.

prodigy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prodigy

Antonyms for prodigy

Idioms Using prodigy

  • a person or thing that embodies or exemplifies a particular quality to an exceptional degree

    Example

    The new building is a prodigy of modern architecture, combining form and function in a stunning design.

  • a person who has experienced an unusually high amount of good fortune

    Example

    He seemed to be a prodigy of luck, always winning at games of chance and finding unexpected opportunities.

  • a person or thing that is exceptionally fast or quick

    Example

    The new sports car is a prodigy of speed, reaching top speeds in seconds.

Phrases with prodigy

  • a person who is exceptionally knowledgeable or intelligent

    Example

    He was a prodigy of learning, mastering several languages and fields of study.

  • an extraordinary or unusual natural phenomenon

    Example

    The Northern Lights are a prodigy of nature, captivating viewers with their beauty and mystery.

  • a young person who demonstrates exceptional talent or ability in a particular field

    Example

    The young pianist was a child prodigy, performing in concerts around the world by the age of ten.

Origins of prodigy

from Latin 'prodigium', meaning 'portent, monster'

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Summary: prodigy in Brief

The term 'prodigy' [ˈprɒdɪdʒi] refers to a young person with exceptional qualities or abilities, such as Mozart, or an impressive or outstanding example of a particular quality, such as a painting. It extends into phrases like 'prodigy of learning,' and idioms like 'a prodigy of something,' denoting a person or thing that embodies or exemplifies a particular quality to an exceptional degree.

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