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intellect

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɪntəlekt/

intellect means: The ability to think, understand difficult ideas, and make judgments.

noun

THINKING ABILITYB2

The ability to think, understand difficult ideas, and make judgments.

  • She has a sharp intellect.
  • The puzzle tests your intellect rather than your memory.
  • He values intellect more than physical strength.

Similar words: intelligence, reason, mind

Common phrases: sharp intellect, human intellect, keen intellect, outstanding intellect

BRILLIANT THINKERC1

A person with a very strong ability to think and understand difficult ideas.

  • She is one of our greatest intellects.
  • Several leading intellects gathered to discuss the question.
  • He was a brilliant intellect who changed modern philosophy.

Similar words: thinker, intellectual

Common phrases: great intellect, leading intellect, brilliant intellect

Questions about intellect

What does intellect mean?

The ability to think, understand difficult ideas, and make judgments.

What is intellect in other languages?

Türkçe: zekâ · Español: intelecto · Français: intellect · Deutsch: Intellekt · Italiano: intelletto · 日本語: 知性

How do you pronounce intellect?

It is pronounced /ˈɪntəlekt/.

How do you use intellect in a sentence?

She has a sharp intellect. The puzzle tests your intellect rather than your memory.

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