as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
one doesn't need the intellectuality of a rocket scientist to understand the problem
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Noun
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His intellect is evident when reviewing his rigorous course load, outstanding ACT scores, and his pursuit of the AP Capstone Diploma.—
Katie Nixon,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Nov. 2025 -
His intellect and refinement are his most terrifying tools.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His intelligence and compassion helped enormously and launched our lifelong friendship.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Young stars like Nicolò Barella, Federico Chiesa, and Gianluca Scamacca bring energy and creativity to a squad that still values tactical intelligence and grit.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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These swatches are arranged at different angles to create a sense of chaos, and the pom at the top of the bonnet is replicated as a lace attachment.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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If the coach decides to break that cycle, the Giants and their dynamic young quarterback should make all the sense in the world to him.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Intellectuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intellectuality. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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