C1nounformaleducationpsychology
US/ˈɪn.təl.ekt/
UK/ˈɪn.təl.ekt/
the ability to think clearly, reason and understand difficult ideas; also a very clever person
In context
School should develop children's character as well as their intellect.
She was a formidable intellect who wrote on economics, history and law.
Puzzles like these are designed to challenge the intellect, not just test memory.
Words that go with intellect
adjective + noun
- sharp intellectHer sharp intellect made her a feared opponent in debates.
- formidable intellectHe was a man of formidable intellect and very little patience.
- keen intellectThe professor was known for her keen intellect and warm manner.
- powerful intellectA powerful intellect is no use without curiosity.
- human intellectThe book explores the limits of the human intellect.