intellectual

adjective B2 Formal

Meaning

The term "intellectual" refers to something that is related to the use of the mind or the pursuit of knowledge, often involving critical thinking and reasoning.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "intellectual" with "intelligent," as the former relates more to the pursuit of knowledge rather than just cognitive ability.

Example Sentences

Are you interested in intellectual discussions about science and history ?

She enjoys intellectual conversations about books and science .

She enjoys intellectual conversations about science and philosophy .

The conference focused on intellectual discussions about global economic policies .

Word in Context

A woman sat at a small table in the library , reading a book and taking notes . She enjoyed intellectual discussions and often wrote questions in the margins to think about later . When a friend joined her , they talked quietly about the ideas in the chapter and compared different viewpoints . After an hour , she closed the book and smiled , feeling satisfied with what she had learned .

Common Phrases

intellectual property intellectual debate intellectual challenge

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