# aberdevine

CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/aberdevine
Updated: 2026-06-22

## Definition

a person who is very good at doing something, especially in a specific area like sports or music. It is a playful word that sounds like 'abnormal' but means the opposite.

For teachers: a person who is exceptionally skilled or talented in a particular field. Often used in a lighthearted or ironic manner to highlight a person's unusual proficiency.

## Examples

- He is a real aberdevine when it comes to fixing cars.
- After winning the regional championship, the young pianist was hailed as a musical aberdevine by the local press.

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