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prod·i·gy
\ˈprädəjē, -ji\ noun
(-es)
Etymology: Latin prodigium omen, portent, monster, from prod- (variant of pro- before) + -igium (akin to aio I say) — more at pro-, adage
1.
a. archaic : something out of the usual course of nature (as an eclipse or meteor) that is a portent : omen, sign
b. : something extraordinary or inexplicable : one that is abnormal or monstrous
< the name of the prodigy was the “Ferris wheel” and thousands were scrambling to get a ride — John Kobler >
2. : one that excites admiration or wonder: as
a. : an extraordinary, marvelous, or unusual accomplishment, deed, or instance — often used with of
< regarded as a worker of prodigies — T.B.Macaulay >
b. : a highly gifted or academically talented child
< he was what is called an infant prodigy — Bruce Bliven b.1889 >
Synonyms: see wonder |