Determined by factors present in an individual from birth

1. Despite being only ten years old, Ethan's ________ understanding of advanced math concepts amazed his teachers.

1. The young pianist was hailed as a ________ for her ability to play complex pieces with ease.

a highly talented child or something extraordinary 

Exhibiting mature qualities at an unusually early age

1. The team's well-coordinated defense ________ every attempt by the opposing team to score a goal.

to oppose successfully

1. Maria worked hard to ________ into her new school, making friends and adapting to the new environment.

to take into the mind and thoroughly understand, to absorb or make similar

1. The novel's rich description helped readers ________ the vivid details of the setting.

1. The scientist believed that creativity was a(n) ________ human trait, present in everyone from birth.

1. Despite facing numerous challenges, Emily's determination was strong and she refused to be ________ by any obstacles.

1. The musical ________’s talents were evident when she composed her first symphony at the age of seven.

1. The young chess player's ________ ability to predict her opponent's moves amazed even the most experienced players.

1. The team's creative strategies helped them ________ their opponents' attempts to gain an advantage.

1. Despite coming from a different country, Maya was able to quickly ________ into her new school's culture and make friends.

1. The detective's clever thinking allowed him to ________ the criminal's elaborate plan and solve the case.

1. The artist's ________ sense of color and composition made her paintings truly exceptional.

1. Sarah's ________ ability to understand complex philosophical concepts impressed her philosophy professor.