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Synonyms & Similar Words
gifted
skilled
accomplished
proficient
expert
adept
capable
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talented
clever
brilliant
exceptional
outstanding
remarkable
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illustrious
celebrated
renowned
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phenomenal
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masterful
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artistic
creative
inventive
imaginative
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superb
excellent
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superior
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Meaning of Talented
Having a natural ability or skill to do something especially well.
Definitions
- Having a natural ability or talent for something, especially a creative activity
- Showing a natural ability or aptitude for something
- Having a high degree of skill or accomplishment in a particular area or activity
Etymology of Talented
The word "talented" originates from the Old French word "talent," which is derived from the Latin "talentum," meaning "weight" or "sum of money"
Historically, the term "talent" referred to a unit of weight or money, but it also came to represent a natural gift or ability
The modern English word "talented" emerged in the 15th century, initially meaning "endowed with a natural gift or ability"
Example Uses
- She is a talented young musician with a promising career ahead of her
- He is a talented artist, known for his vibrant and expressive paintings
- The talented chef has created a menu that showcases his culinary skills
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
untalented
unskilled
incompetent
inept
incapable
unqualified
untrained
inexperienced
amateur
mediocre
average
ordinary
unremarkable
uninspired
uncreative
unimaginative
ineffective
inefficient
ineffectual
unproductive
useless
helpless
hopeless
inadequate
insufficient
lacking
limited
restricted
amateurish
clumsy
awkward
inelegant
unpolished
unrefined
coarse
crude
rough