plural intellects
1
: the ability to think in a logical way
She is a woman of superior intellect.
She has a sharp/keen 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
2
: a very smart person : a person whose intellect is well developed
He's recognized as one of the greatest intellects [=minds] currently working in this field.
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“Intellect.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/intellect. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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