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    Intellectuelles (en. Intellectual)

    /ɛ̃.te.lek.tɥɛl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Relating to the intellect.
    Intellectual discussions are often thrilling.
    Les discussions intellectuelles sont souvent passionnantes.
    That requires a high capacity for reflection.
    Works of philosophy are intellectual texts.
    Les œuvres de philosophie sont des textes intellectuels.
    Of a great mental sophistication.
    She has very intellectual tastes in literature.
    Elle a des goûts très intellectuels dans la littérature.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'intellectus', meaning 'understanding'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    intellectual discussions
    Exchanges of ideas requiring deep reflection.
    discussions intellectuelles
    intellectual reality
    Concepts or dimensions of thought and analysis.
    réalité intellectuelle
    intellectual activities
    Leisure activities or work that stimulate the mind.
    activités intellectuelles

    Related Words

    intellect
    The ability to think, understand, and reason.
    intellect
    intelligence
    The ability to learn, understand, and reason.
    intelligence
    education
    The process of acquiring knowledge and skills.
    éducation

    Slang Meanings

    A term used to refer to very educated people.
    He is a real intellectual, always immersed in his books.
    Il est un vrai intello, toujours plongé dans ses livres.
    Misjudged as too serious or boring.
    Don’t be so intellectual, relax a bit!
    Ne fais pas l'intellectuelle, relaxe un peu !