gifted

[ gif-tid ]

adjective

1. having great special talent or ability:

   the debut of a gifted artist.

   Synonyms: talented, accomplished

2. having exceptionally high intelligence:

   gifted children.

gifted

/ ˈɡɪftɪd /

adjective

1. having or showing natural talent or aptitude

   a gifted musician

   a gifted performance

Derived Forms

• ˈgiftedness, noun
• ˈgiftedly, adverb

Other Words From

• gifted·ly adverb
• gifted·ness noun
• over·gifted adjective
• un·gifted adjective
• well-gifted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of gifted¹

First recorded in 1635–45; gift + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Of course, the producers had to find a performer gifted enough to channel Angela’s distinctive voice in convincing fashion.

From Los Angeles Times

He admitted that he “wasn’t very gifted” at it – but said he felt safe at all times.

From BBC

Given his fluctuating year and the lives gifted to Brook, Pope must have been cursing his luck that he was the victim of Phillips' gravity-defying brilliance.

From BBC

"In some instances, flooring may be gifted to the incoming tenant," the council said.

From BBC

A woman who spent her wedding night secretly losing half of the money she and her wife had been gifted has accused betting companies of "predatory" behaviour.

From BBC

Related Words

• accomplished
• brilliant
• capable
• skilled
• smart