Meaning & Definition of word "Intellectually"

Intellectually

/ˌɪn.təˈlɛk.tʃu.ə.li/

1. In a manner that relates to the intellect or the understanding; mentally.
- Example: She approached the problem intellectually, analyzing every possible solution.
2. In a way that engages or stimulates one's cognitive faculties.
- Example: The lecture was not only interesting but also intellectually stimulating.
3. With respect to the ability to think critically and analytically.
- Example: He found that the discussions at the conference were intellectually enriching.
4. In terms of reasoning and thought processes.
- Example: The book challenges its readers to think intellectually about complex ethical dilemmas.
5. In a scholarly or academic way.
- Example: The review was written intellectually, aiming to provoke thought rather than simply inform.

From 'intellect' + '-ually', where 'intellect' derives from Latin 'intellectus', meaning understanding.

intellectually stimulating:

provoking thoughts and ideas; challenging mentally.

intellectually gifted:

having exceptional intellectual ability or talent.

intellectually curious:

showing a strong desire to learn and understand.

intellect:

The faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively.

intelligence:

The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills.

cognition:

The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding.

Meaning: Thinking hard about something.

Example Sentence: He really went all in intellectually on that debate.

Meaning: Pretending to be smart or knowledgeable.

Example Sentence: She just tries to sound intellectually superior during discussions.