1
as in intellectual
much given to learning and thinking
a very cerebral jurist who has given much thought to what makes our nation's constitution work
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2
as in mental
of or relating to the mind
a young man given more to cerebral pursuits than to sporting activities
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Recent Examples of cerebral
While Atletico’s strike partnership is symbiotic, intricate and cerebral, Arsenal have an explosive focal point in Viktor Gyokeres — a different model of striker entirely.
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Sukhman Singh, New York Times, 5 May 2026
Meanwhile, other indie auteurs, from Alex Garland to David Lowery, have worked with studios like A24 and Neon to repeatedly deliver punishing films that position cerebral complexity as an event worth visiting theaters to witness.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
Tverskov is the cerebral metronome of Varas’ possession system.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2026
For something a little more cerebral, try 2023's Daddio, which might have slipped under your radar.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
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Sukhman Singh, New York Times, 5 May 2026
Meanwhile, other indie auteurs, from Alex Garland to David Lowery, have worked with studios like A24 and Neon to repeatedly deliver punishing films that position cerebral complexity as an event worth visiting theaters to witness.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
Tverskov is the cerebral metronome of Varas’ possession system.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2026
For something a little more cerebral, try 2023's Daddio, which might have slipped under your radar.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cerebral
Adjective
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This is where Fauci’s lack of analysis, intellectual curiosity, and humility becomes more obvious and infuriating.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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The juxtapositions of text and image, which strongly suggest the widening distance between mother and daughter, build in emotional and intellectual power over the film’s ninety-minute duration.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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Today’s energy heightens your emotions, intuition and mental sensitivity, making conversations feel uncomfortably layered.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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Experts say carrying unresolved trauma and stress over time can affect both mental and physical health.—
Nicky Zizaza,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Saum Poorsaleh, complaints triggered the internal affairs investigation.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Liberal influencers are publicly questioning Martin's refusal to release an internal report on the party's failures.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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By evening, the Aries Moon stirs private ambition and a stronger inner conviction about what comes next.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Usually shy, the architecture major now channeled her inner Lesley Stahl.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Its interior mesh pockets secure your cords and chargers with elastic.—
Sarah DiMuro,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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The next steps are psychological consults, a physical exam, uterine evaluation and blood work.—
Ann Marie Luft,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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As the situation spirals into a violent psychological game, Alma must decide whose story to believe.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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“Cerebral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cerebral. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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