
Savant
Mental Disability Contrast
The term savant often highlights a contrast where amazing skills exist alongside mental disabilities.
Despite his autism, he's a savant with a phenomenal memory for dates.
Specific Ability Focus
A savant usually excels in a very specific area, not broadly across many fields.
She's not a jack-of-all-trades but a savant in quantum physics.
Innate Talent
The skills of a savant are often innate and may seem effortless to them.
His piano playing is not just learned; he's a true savant.
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