LEARN
DICTIONARY
VOCABULARY LISTS
Look up a word, learn it forever.
Advanced Search
Random Word
Einstein
Definitions of
Einstein
noun
physicist born in Germany who formulated the special theory of relativity and the general theory of relativity; Einstein also proposed that light consists of discrete quantized bundles of energy (later called photons) (1879-1955)
synonyms:
Albert Einstein
see more
see less
example of:
physicist
a scientist trained in physics
noun
someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality
“he's smart but he's no
Einstein
”
synonyms:
brain
,
brainiac
,
genius
,
mastermind
see more
see less
types:
show 4 types...
hide 4 types...
prodigy
an unusually gifted or intelligent (young) person; someone whose talents excite wonder and admiration
boy wonder
an extremely talented young male person
child prodigy
,
infant prodigy
,
wonder child
a prodigy whose talents are recognized at an early age
girl wonder
an extremely talented young female person
type of:
intellect
,
intellectual
a person who uses the mind creatively
Word Family
Sign up now (it’s free!)
Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement.
Get started
For Everyone
Play the Challenge
Vocabulary Lists
Dictionary
Choose Your Words
Join a Vocabulary Jam
For Educators
Classroom & Site License
Pricing
Contact Sales
Success Stories
Professional Development
Research
Help
Help Articles / FAQ
How-to Videos
Webinars
Contact Support
Leaderboards
Vocabulary Bowl
Bowl Leaders
Today's Leaders
Weekly Leaders
Monthly Leaders
Connect
Vocabulary.com Blog
Tell us what you think
Twitter
Facebook
Our Story
Our Mission
Team / Jobs
News & Events
Partnerships
My Account
Log in
Sign up
My Account
Log Out
My Profile
Schools & Teachers
My Classes
Assignments & Activities
My Lists
Find a List to Learn...
Create a New List...
My Progress
Words I'm Learning
My Trouble Words
Words I've Mastered
My Achievements
User Administration
User Authentication
My Account
© Vocabulary.com
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy