Gifted
ˈɡɪftɪd
Definitions
Possessing natural talent or an innate ability for a specific area or activity.
ˈɡɪftɪd
Having a natural talent or ability.
The artist was a gifted painter, known for her unique style and brilliant use of color.
💡 Simply: Being super good at something without much effort, like being amazing at drawing or solving puzzles. Imagine someone who can play the piano beautifully without practicing much; they're gifted!
👶 For kids: When you're really, really good at something, like singing or drawing! It's like you have a special talent.
More Examples
Many believe that some children are gifted from birth.
She is a gifted writer who could create powerful prose from very little.
How It's Used
"The school offers special programs for gifted students."
"She is a gifted musician, composing beautiful melodies from a young age."
"He was a gifted athlete with exceptional speed and coordination."
From Middle English gifte, meaning 'to give'. The -ed suffix indicates the past participle form, reflecting the idea of having been given a special ability or talent.
The word gifted has been used since the 15th century, originally referring to the act of giving, but evolving to describe someone possessing special abilities by the 19th century.
Memory tip
Think of a *gift* - it's something special you're born with.