talented people

Meanings

1. 1phraseplural

   people who have a natural ability to do something well

   Grammar: Plural phrase; it takes a plural verb: Talented people are often in demand.

   Patterns

   • talented people in something
   • attract talented people
   • a group of talented people

   The company tries to attract talented people from around the world.

   Talented people often need freedom to do their best work.

   She surrounds herself with talented people who challenge her.

2. 2phraseplural

   people who are skilled at a particular activity, especially in sport or the arts

   Grammar: Often used with 'young' or 'highly': highly talented people.

   Patterns

   • highly talented people
   • young talented people

   The academy trains young talented people in music and dance.

   Highly talented people sometimes find it hard to work in teams.

Common combinations

attract talented people

Good pay and flexible hours attract talented people.

highly talented people

Highly talented people are not always easy to manage.

young talented people

The program supports young talented people in science.

a pool of talented people

The city has a large pool of talented people.

Synonyms and how they differ

gifted people

Gifted often suggests an unusual, natural ability, sometimes from a young age; talented is broader and can include developed skill.

skilled people

Skilled people have learned specific abilities through training, while talented people may have natural ability.

able people

Able people are capable and competent, but the word does not emphasize natural talent.

Opposites

Word family

talent noun

A natural ability to do something well.

talented adjective

Having a natural ability.

talentless adjective

Having no natural ability; often disapproving.

Commonly confused: talented people or talent people?

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