Whiz

usgb/wɪz/
noun

A person who is talented or skilled in a specific area, especially in technical or academic subjects.

She's a whiz at mathematics and can solve complex equations in seconds.
Visual representation of "whiz" - A person who is talented or skilled in a specific area, especially in technical or academic subjects.

Often appears as...

  • whiz kid
  • computer whiz

Usage tips

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whiz kid, computer whiz, math whiz

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Contextual Usage

Use 'whiz' to describe someone's expertise in an informal way

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A kid can be a whiz in science competitions.
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Positive Connotation

Using 'whiz' often has a positive tone, portraying admiration

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He's a whiz at programming, making apps in no time.
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Avoid Overuse

While 'whiz' is friendly, overuse can sound inauthentic

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Instead of calling him a whiz all the time, mention specific skills.
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