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Meaning of precocious

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

precocious

Pronunciation:/pɹəˈkəʊʃəs/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Characterized by exceptionally early development or maturity.

    Example: The precocious plant was already blooming flowers by day 4.

  2. Exhibiting advanced skills and aptitudes at an abnormally early age.

    Example: The precocious child began reading the newspaper at age four.