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    Intellectuel (en. Intellectual)

    /ɛ̃.te.lek.tʁœl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Relating to the intellect or intelligence.
    He has an intellectual approach to complex problems.
    Il a une approche intellectuelle des problèmes complexes.
    To designate a person involved in intellectual activities.
    She is a recognized intellectual in the field of philosophy.
    Elle est une intellectuelle reconnue dans le domaine de la philosophie.
    Qualifies an activity that requires thought and discernment.
    This discussion is very intellectual and enriching.
    Cette discussion est très intellectuelle et enrichissante.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'intellectus' which means 'understanding'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    engaged intellectual
    Person who expresses opinions on social and political issues.
    intellectuel engagé
    intellectual debate
    In-depth discussion on complex subjects.
    débat intellectuel

    Related Words

    intelligence
    Ability to understand and reason.
    intelligence
    culture
    The collection of knowledge and practices of a society.
    culture
    refined
    Which denotes a great fineness of mind.
    rafiné

    Slang Meanings

    Big brain
    He thinks he’s a big brain at university.
    Il se prend pour un gros cerveau à la fac.
    Boiling brain
    This guy is a real boiling brain, always thinking.
    Ce type est un vrai cerveau bouillant, toujours en train de réfléchir.