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prodigy Synonyms

Another word for prodigy

Choosing another word for prodigy depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A person, especially a child or young individual, endowed with exceptional qualities, skill, or intelligence.

Usage Example

"The ten-year-old chess wunderkind defeated several seasoned grandmasters at the international tournament."

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wunderkind
genius
Strong
virtuoso
whiz
mastermind

• noun (Context 2)

An impressive or outstanding example of a particular quality, achievement, or phenomenon.

Usage Example

"The ancient aqueduct remains a marvel of Roman engineering."

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marvel
wonder
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phenomenon
miracle
sensation

• noun (Context 3)

An extraordinary, unnatural, or marvelous event once regarded as an omen or portent (now chiefly historical or literary).

Usage Example

"Ancient chroniclers recorded the sudden solar eclipse as a terrifying portent foretelling the fall of the empire."

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portent
omen
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presage
augury
sign

Opposites of prodigy

The opposite of prodigy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dunce
underachiever
failure
eyesore
See all opposites of prodigy

• Nearby Words

prodigal
prodigally
prodigious
prodigy
produce
producer
producible

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Prodigy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/prodigy
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