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prodigious

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Illustration of "prodigious": Prodigious describes something that is impressively great in size, degree, or extent. The mental ima

What does "prodigious" mean?

Prodigious describes something that is impressively great in size, degree, or extent. The mental image is of something so large or powerful that it feels almost supernatural or overwhelming, like a massive storm, a vast fortune, or an extraordinary talent that seems beyond normal human capacity. It is a formal word often used to emphasize the scale or intensity of an achievement or physical object. While "big" or "great" are neutral, "prodigious" implies a sense of awe or wonder. It frequently collocates with words like "talent," "appetite," "feat," or "sum."

"prodigious" in conversation

Discussing a teammate's performance

Did you see Mark's output today?

Did you see Mark's output today?

Yes, his work rate is truly prodigious.

Yes, his work rate is truly prodigious.

Used to emphasize an impressive, almost superhuman level of productivity.

Ordering at a restaurant

Are you ready to order?

Are you ready to order?

I have a prodigious appetite today; I'll take the largest steak you have.

I have a prodigious appetite today; I'll take the largest steak you have.

Uses the word to humorously highlight an extreme hunger.

"prodigious" in a sentence

  1. He has a prodigious memory for names.

    He has a prodigious memory for names.

  2. The project required a prodigious amount of effort from the entire team.

    The project required a prodigious amount of effort from the entire team.

  3. The young violinist displayed a prodigious talent that stunned the audience.

    The young violinist displayed a prodigious talent that stunned the audience.

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