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prodigious

/prəˈdɪdʒ.əs/
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Adverb:prodigiously
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prodigious Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.

Example

"Writing the comprehensive multi-volume encyclopedia required a prodigious amount of research and dedication."

2

Unnatural or extraordinary in a way that excites wonder, amazement, or admiration.

Example

"The young pianist displayed a prodigious talent for improvising complex melodies on the spot."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'prodigious' (meaning remarkably great in size, extent, or degree) with 'prodigal' (meaning wastefully or recklessly extravagant, as in the 'prodigal son').

• Rhymes for prodigious

• Nearby Words

prodder
prodigal
prodigally
prodigious
prodigy
produce
producer

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Latin 'prodigiosus' ('strange, wonderful, or unnatural'), from 'prodigium' ('omen, portent, or monster'). It originally meant 'ominous' or 'portentous' in English before shifting to mean 'marvelous' or 'vast in size'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Prodigious. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/prodigious
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