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Synonyms & Similar Words
ability
aptitude
capability
capacity
competence
faculty
flair
gift
knack
proficiency
skill
expertise
accomplishment
aptness
brilliance
cleverness
dexterity
endowment
faculty
genius
ingenuity
intelligence
mastery
prowess
qualification
specialty
strength
virtuosity
wizardry
accomplishment
artistry
cleverness
competence
craft
finesse
forte
mastery
potency
power
specialization
Meaning of Talent
A natural ability or skill that someone has, especially in a particular area.
Definitions
- A natural ability or skill that someone has, especially in a particular area
- A person with a natural ability or skill, especially in the arts
- A group of people with special skills or abilities, especially in the arts or entertainment
Etymology of Talent
The word "talent" comes from the Old English and Old French words for "sum of money" or "weight", which is derived from the Latin word "talentum", meaning "weight" or "sum of money"
The word originally referred to a unit of weight or currency, but its meaning expanded to include a natural ability or skill, especially in a particular area, during the Middle English period
Example Uses
- She has a talent for music and plays the piano beautifully
- He has a talent for leadership and is widely respected by his colleagues
- The company is looking for people with talent and experience in marketing
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
inability
ineptness
incompetence
incapacity
inadequacy
ineptitude
clumsiness
awkwardness
unskillfulness
amateurishness
inadequateness
insufficiency
lack
limitation
restriction
shortcoming
weakness
defect
deficiency
disability
handicap
impotence
powerlessness
weakness