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talent-driven

|tal/ent-driv/en|

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/ˈtælənt ˌdrɪvən/

skill-focused

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'talent-driven' combines 'talent,' from the Old French 'talent,' meaning 'inclination, will, desire,' and 'driven,' from the Old English 'drifan,' meaning 'to drive, propel.'

Historical Evolution

'Talent' evolved from the Latin 'talentum,' referring to a unit of weight or money, and 'driven' from the Proto-Germanic 'dribanan,' meaning 'to drive.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'talent' referred to a unit of currency, but over time it evolved to mean 'natural aptitude or skill.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

motivated or propelled by talent, often referring to an environment or system that prioritizes or relies on the skills and abilities of talented individuals.

The company has a talent-driven culture that encourages innovation and creativity.

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Last updated: 2025/01/20 04:39