phenom

noun

: phenomenon
especially : a person of phenomenal ability or promise

Examples of phenom in a Sentence

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The Hurricanes’ phenom wide receiver made a phenomenal catch in the end zone in 1-on-1 coverage as the kids cheered in celebration. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026 In 2022, when AD featured the Los Angeles residence of Emma Chamberlain, the wildly popular internet phenom was already immersing herself in the world of home decor, gaining confidence and inspiration from her work with the interiors firm Proem. Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 30 Mar. 2026 With 10 seconds remaining, their defense forced a turnover, and the freshman phenom, Mulluns, nailed a three-pointer from the logo on the court. Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026 Hear from the teenage phenom who stunned the field. Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 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 3 Apr. 2026.

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