1
: having great natural ability : talented
gifted children
2
: revealing a special gift
gifted voices
giftedly
adverb
giftedness
noun
Examples of gifted in a Sentence
He's an extremely gifted student.
a school for gifted children
Recent Examples on the Web
Many of the pieces were gifted to Bennett by his friends or collaborators, giving the bling a sentimental quality.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
In October 2023, the site was gifted to the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area (NFNHA) for its future stewardship.
—Allison C. Meier, CNN, 14 Apr. 2024
The book explores the basketball journey and life lessons of a marvelously gifted player who led Sacramento to the brink of an NBA championship during the golden era of Kings basketball.
—Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 11 Apr. 2024
And all five of them were so gifted that, truthfully, Bocelli wasn't missed.
—Journal Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2024
Owen revives Doug and tells him that his sister is a legitimately gifted doctor and Doug should find another line of work.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 4 Apr. 2024
During the event, a portrait of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky was gifted to the beauty mogul by artist John Hill as a thank you for their support.
—Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Mar. 2024
Most of all, Levit demonstrated a comprehensive, from-the-gut understanding of a work that even the most gifted conductors struggle to grasp whole.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 25 Mar. 2024
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Newly gifted mural in KC reflects a great man’s path, but with so much more to tell
March 15, 2024 5:30 AM
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Kansas City International Airport has a new barbecue joint.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
In October 2023, the site was gifted to the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area (NFNHA) for its future stewardship.
—Allison C. Meier, CNN, 14 Apr. 2024
The book explores the basketball journey and life lessons of a marvelously gifted player who led Sacramento to the brink of an NBA championship during the golden era of Kings basketball.
—Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 11 Apr. 2024
And all five of them were so gifted that, truthfully, Bocelli wasn't missed.
—Journal Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2024
Owen revives Doug and tells him that his sister is a legitimately gifted doctor and Doug should find another line of work.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 4 Apr. 2024
During the event, a portrait of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky was gifted to the beauty mogul by artist John Hill as a thank you for their support.
—Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Mar. 2024
Most of all, Levit demonstrated a comprehensive, from-the-gut understanding of a work that even the most gifted conductors struggle to grasp whole.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 25 Mar. 2024
Follow more of our reporting on Uniquely KC Local
Newly gifted mural in KC reflects a great man’s path, but with so much more to tell
March 15, 2024 5:30 AM
Openings & Closings
Kansas City International Airport has a new barbecue joint.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2024
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“Gifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gifted. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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gifted
adjective
gift·ed
ˈgif-təd 
: having great natural ability
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