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Intellect
Sounds like
intuhlekt
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Simple meaning
What does Intellect mean?
Intellect means thinking and understanding ability.
Dictionary definition
the ability to think, understand, reason, and learn.
Example sentences
Intellect in a sentence
easy
The puzzle challenged his intellect.
medium
Reading and asking questions can strengthen the intellect.
hard
The character used intellect rather than strength to solve the problem.
Synonyms
Words like Intellect
mindThe part of a person used for thinking.
reasonThe ability to think logically.
Antonyms
Opposite words
confusionA lack of clear understanding.
thoughtlessnessActing without careful thinking.
Word family
Intellect word family
Base word
intellect
adjective
intellectual
Related to thinking and learning.
noun
intellects
More than one intellect; use as a word-family form.
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Practice 1
What does intellect mean?
Intellect means thinking and understanding ability.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses intellect correctly?
This sentence uses intellect in a clear and meaningful context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to intellect?
Mind is close to the meaning of intellect in many contexts.
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