intellectual
/ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəl/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #3796 in the learning path
智力的；思维的
Definitions
adj. Relating to thinking, reasoning, and understanding complex ideas
智力的；思维的
n. Someone who studies and discusses complex ideas seriously
知识分子
Example
She enjoys the intellectual challenge of learning a new language.
她喜欢学习新语言带来的智力挑战。
Schools should support intellectual development through activities that encourage students to question assumptions and evaluate evidence.
学校应通过鼓励学生质疑假设、评估证据的活动来促进智力发展。
Collocations
- intellectual development
- intellectual challenge
- intellectual property
- intellectual curiosity
Word family
- intellect (n.)
- intellectually (adv.)
Synonyms
- mental
Usage tip
intellectual强调思维活动；intelligent强调聪明。
FAQ
- What does intellectual mean?
- Relating to thinking, reasoning, and understanding complex ideas Someone who studies and discusses complex ideas seriously
- How is intellectual pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəl/, US /ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
