mediocre talent

Frequency: 6.03.1 per million words

Describes a natural skill or ability that is not exceptional.

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Examples (10)

  • Despite his best efforts, he only displayed mediocre talent on the stage.
  • The art critic dismissed the painter, citing his mediocre talent and lack of originality.
  • She realized that having mediocre talent meant she had to work twice as hard to succeed.
  • Many aspiring musicians possess mediocre talent, making it difficult to stand out.
  • His initial performances were characterized by mediocre talent, but he improved over time.
  • The coach decided against selecting the player, feeling he had only mediocre talent.
  • It's challenging to make a career with just mediocre talent in such a competitive field.
  • Even with mediocre talent, dedication can sometimes lead to remarkable achievements.
  • The young writer's early works showed promising, though still mediocre, talent.
  • Some argue that passion can compensate for mediocre talent in creative pursuits.