gifted

adjective

gift·​ed ˈgif-təd 

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

But for those of us who are more gifted in the art of fingerpainting, a bold, allover wash of a singular color across eyelids can be just as stirring. —Loren Savini, Allure, 10 Mar. 2026

The cerebral left-hander started 2025 outside the top 100, one more gifted teen pushing through the crowded gateway of the men’s tour. —Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026

While setting up a juke joint with the help of their musically gifted cousin Sammie (played by Miles Caton in his film debut), a trio of vampires takes over the celebration. —Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026

Visiting a Hindu temple and other local businesses, the Princess of Wales punctuated her all-white look with $130 earrings by Sézane, which were reportedly gifted to her as a Christmas present by her husband, Prince William. —Hannah Malach, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing gifted

• gifted with

Rhymes for gifted

• drifted
• lifted
• rifted
• shifted
• sifted
• airlifted

Kids Definition

gifted

adjective

gift·​ed ˈgif-təd 

: having great natural ability