precocious
adjective | /precocious/
developed or matured earlier than usual
precocious
adjective | /precocious/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMdeveloped or matured earlier than usual
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"The precocious child read novels intended for adults."
"Her precocious talent in music surprised the conservatory staff."
Mnemonic Trick
PRECOCIOUS → PRE + COOKED: think "done early" — matured ahead of time.
Etymology
From Latin praecox, praecoc- “early ripening.”
Used for early development or talent.
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