phenom

noun

: phenomenon
especially : a person of phenomenal ability or promise

Examples of phenom in a Sentence

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Yamamoto bested the New York Mets’ rookie phenom Nolan McLean in a classic pitchers duel Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium. Katie Woo, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026 But expect Barkate along with sophomore phenom Malachi Toney to be at the forefront of the passing game. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026 Alcantara and Bradley have been fantastic too, as has Brewers phenom Jacob Misiorowski, whose 28 strikeouts over 16 1/3 innings lead MLB entering the weekend. Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 12 Apr. 2026 Yes, the shade was added to the brand's color roster for the basketball phenom last year. Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for phenom

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of phenom was in 1881

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“Phenom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phenom. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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