Phenom

Pronunciation: /fɪˈnɒm/

Definitions of phenom

noun A person or thing that is remarkable or outstanding in a particular field or activity, especially at a young age.

Example Sentences

A1 My little brother is a phenom at playing video games.

A2 She became a phenom in the music industry practically overnight.

B1 The young tennis player was hailed as a phenom for her incredible skills on the court.

B2 The scientist's groundbreaking research made her a phenom in the field of genetics.

C1 The actor's versatility and talent have solidified his status as a phenom in Hollywood.

C2 The artist's innovative techniques have established her as a true phenom in the world of contemporary art.

Examples of phenom in a Sentence

formal The young pianist is considered a phenom in the classical music world.

informal Did you see that basketball phenom score 50 points last night?

slang That new rapper is a total phenom - his beats are fire!

figurative The startup company's rapid growth is a phenom in the tech industry.

Grammatical Forms of phenom

• plural: phenoms
• comparative: more phenom
• superlative: most phenom
• present tense: phenoms
• future tense: will phenom
• perfect tense: have phenomed
• continuous tense: is phenoming
• singular: phenom
• positive degree: phenom
• infinitive: to phenom
• gerund: phenoming
• participle: phenomed

Origin and Evolution of phenom

First Known Use: 1902 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'phenom' is a shortened form of the word 'phenomenon', which comes from the Greek word 'phainomenon' meaning 'that which appears or is seen'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in scientific contexts to describe an observable event or fact, 'phenom' has evolved to be used colloquially to refer to a person who is exceptionally talented or impressive in a particular field.