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Synonyms of intellectual

7 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for intellectual is mental. Other synonyms of intellectual are cerebral. The opposite of intellectual is nonintellectual.

Synonyms and similar words for intellectual

nounAn intelligent, learned person, especially one who discourses about learned matters.

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • cerebralIntellectual rather than emotional or physical.
  • logical
  • mentalOf or relating to intellectual as contrasted with emotional activity.
  • rational

Opposite of intellectual

adjectiveMore antonyms

Meaning of intellectual

  1. adjective Pertaining to, or performed by, the intellect; mental or cognitive.
  2. adjective Endowed with intellect; having a keen sense of understanding; having the capacity for higher forms of knowledge or thought; characterized by intelligence or cleverness.
  3. adjective Suitable for exercising one's intellect; perceived by the intellect.

Full definition of intellectual

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Questions about synonyms of intellectual

What is another word for intellectual?
Intellectual has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as mental and cerebral.
What is the opposite of intellectual?
The opposite of intellectual is nonintellectual.
What does intellectual mean?
Intellectual means pertaining to, or performed by, the intellect; mental or cognitive.

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