prodigy

Definitions

A person, especially a young one, endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities.

An impressive or outstanding example of a particular quality.

An omen or sign of something momentous or extraordinary.

Examples

The young pianist was hailed as a musical prodigy after her debut performance at the concert hall.

Despite being a chess prodigy, he struggled to balance his intense training schedule with a normal childhood.

Synonyms

genius whiz phenomenon wunderkind savant virtuoso mastermind

Antonyms

amateur dullard ignoramus novice simpleton failure mediocrity