"Prodigious" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Prodigious" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

Prodigious
speak

"Prodigious" Meaning

Extraordinarily talented or able; remarkably clever; exceptionally gifted.

"Prodigious" Examples

5 Usage Examples of the Word "Prodigious"


1. Noun Usage

Example:
She was known for her prodigious memory, capable of remembering entire books by heart.

2. Adjective in compound adjectives

Example:
The prodigious expense of decorating the house for the party exceeded the original budget.

3. Adjective to describe collocations

Example:
Her prodigious talent was recognized by a top record label, leading to a lucrative music contract.

4. Adjective in a descriptive phrase

Example:
The prodigious growth of the tree was nothing short of miraculous after it received proper care.

5. Adjective as a noun in an idiomatic expression

Example:
Her prodigious talents in art, music, and dance made her a triple threat in her community.

"Prodigious" Similar Words

Prodigality

speak

Prodigalize

speak

To make someone or something prodigal, which means to live a life of reckless extravagance, often by receiving a trust or inheritance from a wealthy family, and squandering it.

Prodigally

speak

Wastefully extravagant in spending or using resources.

Prodigals

speak

The word "prodigals" refers to children who spend their parents' money lavishly and recklessly, often squandering their inheritance, but who ultimately return home after becoming financially troubled or struggling to manage their own affairs.<br><br>This term comes from the parable of the Prodigal Son in the Bible (Luke 15:11-32), where the younger son receives his inheritance and wastes it on extravagant living before returning to his father with shame and humility, only to be warmly welcomed back.<br><br>In modern usage, the term "prodigals" may also connote a sense of personal growth and redemption, as the individual learns from their mistakes and begins a new chapter in their life.

Prodigate

speak

Adjective: prodigal or extravagantly talented.<br><br>Example: The child was a prodigal musician, performing complex pieces with ease from a very young age.

Prodigence

speak

Prodigies

speak

Prodigiosin

speak

Prodigiosin is a naturally occurring polycyclic compound with a red-violet pigment type-A mixture containing three amino groups.

Prodigiously

speak

Prodigiousness

speak

Prodigiousness refers to the state or quality of being extremely talented, gifted, or remarkable, often beyond the ordinary or average. It describes an exceptional aptitude, faculty, or ability that is impressive and often causes wonder or amazement.<br><br>Example: "The prodigiousness of the young musician's playing ability amazed the audience, and he was hailed as a child prodigy."

Prodigium

speak

Prodigium means "an omen or portent, especially one considered to be ominous"

Prodigy

speak

A child who exhibits an extremely high level of talent or expertise in a particular area, especially at a very young age.

Prodition

speak

The word "prodition" is not a common word in English language. However, I assume you might be thinking of the word "betrayal" or a derivative thereof.<br><br>Prodition is actually a rare or obsolete word that refers to a combination of "prod" and "tradition". <br><br>As "prod" means to stir up or provoke, "prodition" could imply stirring up a tradition, introducing something new, or provoking a tradition.

Proditor

speak

Proditorious

speak

Proditory

speak

betraying someone's trust