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precocious

The correct spelling is precocious.

How to pronounce precocious

/pɹəˈkəʊʃəs/
adjective

IPA: /pɹəˈkəʊʃəs/

Say it like: Pre-cos-iow-s

The correct spelling is precocious. Characterized by exceptionally early development or maturity. For example: "The precocious plant was already blooming flowers by day 4."

Usage Examples

The precocious plant was already blooming flowers by day 4.

The precocious child began reading the newspaper at age four.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Characterized by exceptionally early development or maturity.
  2. 2.Exhibiting advanced skills and aptitudes at an abnormally early age.

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