Dictionary Check: precocious

"precocious" is a valid word!

Scrabble 16 points
Words with Friends 20 points

Definition

adjective

characterized by or characteristic of exceptionally early development or maturity (especially in mental aptitude)

Example: "a precocious child"
Antonyms:
adjective

appearing or developing early

Example: "precocious flowers appear before the leaves as in some species of magnolias"

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