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adjective

born

BORN/bɔːrn/

Present from the time a person comes into life.

The young violinist plays with the ease of a born musician.

A young Latina violin prodigy plays confidently with expressive natural posture while adult teacher listens, innate aptitude.
Etymology
borOld Englishcarry; give birth to
+nMiddle Englishpast participle ending

Born is a participle of the verb meaning “give birth to.” Calling someone a born poet presents that person's ability as a quality possessed from birth, hence a natural talent or suitability.

In context

Miracles and Prophecies of Saint John Bosco1:23
Don Bosco had a lively temperament, energetic, passionate, quick in spirit, and naturally inclined toward anger. He was not born calm.
Three Habits That Tamed Don Bosco's Temper

More examples

  • The American-born artist now lives near the coast.
  • He is the first-born child in his family.
  • Our coach called her a born athlete.

Forms

born

Similar words

natural
Similarly suggests ability without extensive training.
innate
Describes a quality present naturally rather than a whole person.