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Synonyms of intelligent

27 similar words · 3 opposite words

Another word for intelligent is smart. Other synonyms of intelligent are quick, clever, ingenious, keen and brilliant. The opposite of intelligent is unintelligent.

Synonyms and similar words for intelligent

adjectiveHaving at least a similar level of brain power to humankind.

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • astute
  • brainyVery intellectually capable.
  • brightHaving a clear, quick intellect; intelligent.
  • brilliantHighly intelligent.
  • cleverQuick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas; intelligent.
  • educated
  • geniusIngenious, brilliant, very clever, or original.
  • giftedEndowed with special, in particular intellectual, abilities.
  • hivey US, slangIntelligent; quick to learn.
  • ingeniousOf a person, displaying genius, ingenuity or brilliance; inventive.
  • intellectual
  • keenAcute of mind, having or expressing mental acuteness; penetrating, sharp.
  • knowledgeable
  • piquant
  • quickLively, fast-thinking, witty, intelligent.
  • quick on the uptakeAble to readily understand things; aware and intelligent.
  • quick-witted
  • rational
  • sagaciousHaving or showing keen discernment, sound judgment, and farsightedness; mentally shrewd.
  • savvyShrewd, well-informed and perceptive.
  • scholaredTaught; trained; educated.
  • sharpIntelligent.
  • smartExhibiting social ability or cleverness.
  • talentedEndowed with one or more talents.
  • whip-smartVery intelligent.
  • wise

Opposite of intelligent

adjectiveMore antonyms

Meaning of intelligent

  1. adjective Of high or especially quick cognitive capacity, bright.
  2. adjective Well thought-out, well considered.
  3. adjective Characterized by thoughtful interaction.

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Questions about synonyms of intelligent

What is another word for intelligent?
Intelligent has 27 synonyms on Word.ws, such as smart, quick, clever, ingenious, keen, brilliant, talented and gifted.
What is the opposite of intelligent?
The opposite of intelligent is unintelligent.
What does intelligent mean?
Intelligent means of high or especially quick cognitive capacity, bright.

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