talented

[tal-uhn-tid] / ˈtæl ən tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

gifted

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accomplished adept brilliant capable intelligent proficient skilled smart

WEAK

able adroit artistic clever cut out for endowed expert having a knack ingenious masterly shining at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

clumsy dull incompetent inept stupid unable unintelligent unskilled

Example Sentences

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He’s thrilled to join the talented newsroom in L.A. today as a design intern.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

It would be naive to think sounds and personalities aren't still carefully curated by talented teams.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Warsh, said Trump, is “a very talented guy, he’s going to be fine.”

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“Luckily, they’re way cooler and more talented than I could’ve hoped!” he says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Lin-Manuel brought most of his cast along with him to Washington, a talented multiracial ensemble.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama