intellect
noun
in·tel·lect
ˈin-tə-ˌlekt 
1
a
: the power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge
b
: the capacity for rational or intelligent thought especially when highly developed
2
: a person with great intellectual powers
Examples of intellect in a Sentence
She is a woman of superior intellect.
She has a sharp intellect.
We were required to read a book every week in order to develop our intellects.
music that appeals to the intellect while still satisfying the emotions
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Imagine if zombies were just humans who their intellect, but are also homicidal maniacs.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2025
Despite the impressive intellect brought to bear, the project was, by today's standards, a plunge into the unknown.
—Rod Pyle, Space.com, 14 July 2025
Residents enjoy access to innovation, intellect, and immense wealth, all within a bike ride of a green juice bar.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2025
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“Intellect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intellect. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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intellect
noun
in·tel·lect
ˈint-ᵊl-ˌekt
1
a
: the power of knowing
b
: the capacity for thought especially when highly developed
2
: a person of notable intellect
Medical Definition
intellect
noun
in·tel·lect
ˈint-ᵊl-ˌekt
1
: the power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge
2
: the capacity for rational or intelligent thought
intellectually
adverb
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