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precocious
01
(of a child) displaying developed abilities or mental qualities at an unusually young age
Examples
The precocious boy could read books meant for older children, impressing his teachers.
Despite being only six, she was precocious in her understanding of world history.
02
occurring earlier than usual
Examples
The precocious growth of the trees was a result of the unseasonably warm winter.
The precocious migration of birds indicated an early start to their seasonal journey.
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