hotshot

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

Etymology

From hot + shot.

In classic literature

Synonyms

ace, adept, champion, sensation, maven, mavin, virtuoso, genius, star, superstar, whiz, whizz, wizard, wiz

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