talented
pronunciation
How to pronounce talented in British English:
UK [ˈtæləntɪd]
How to pronounce talented in American English:
US [ˈtæləntɪd]
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- Adjective:
- showing a natural aptitude for something
Word Origin
- talented (adj.)
- 1630s, "having skills or abilities," from talent (n.). There was a verb talent in 15c., but it meant "predispose."
Antonym
Example
- 1. In short , they need to be talented politicians .
- 2. Most people aren 't terribly talented at all .
- 3. Talented executives need mentors to help them climb the ladder .
- 4. In every case , these " great " developers were the most talented in the group .
- 5. A talented young musician has died .