For my 2 cents: your child is probably more than moderately gifted. It is sometimes difficult for gifted parents to see profound giftedness in their child as the child may blend in well with gifted parents (who may also underestimate their level of giftedness... an "imposter syndrome" corollary of
the Dunning-Kruger effect).
Advanced vocabulary can be a sign of giftedness and/or reflect the words and phrases which a child commonly hears in an enriched home environment.
Over time, if the use of vocabulary seems to develop in a manner which others may describe as stilted, formal, or pedantic and does not help a child connect with others, this may possibly be a sign that the child is on the autism spectrum. And/or would make a good lawyer someday.
If a child is both gifted and has a learning difference/disability, this called twice exceptional (2e) and the child is eligible for special education services such as remediation/accommodation to help them fully access their education. This can help a child connect well with others to best develop his/her gifts. The
Wrights Law website is an excellent source of information.
Testing may help reveal your child's profile. All are welcome on the forums, regardless of IQ, test results, profile, etc.
