intellectual (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.təˈlek.tʃu.əl/
Definition
A person who uses their intellect, especially in a scholarly or abstract way, often engaging in deep thought and critical analysis.
Examples
He was a renowned intellectual, publishing numerous essays on political theory.
The cafe was a popular meeting spot for artists and intellectuals discussing current events.
She considered herself an intellectual, spending her weekends reading dense literature.
How to Use intellectual
- intellectual property (collocation)
- Intangible creations of the human intellect, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, and symbols, names, and images used in commerce. — "Protecting intellectual property is crucial for innovation."
- intellectual curiosity (collocation)
- A strong desire to learn or know about something. — "His intellectual curiosity led him to pursue a career in research."
- intellectual property rights (collocation)
- Legal rights that protect the products of intellectual activity. — "The treaty aims to harmonize intellectual property rights across member states."
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