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intellect
[ˈɪn.təl.ekt]
noun
masculine
pl: intellects / intelectos
intelecto
1.
The faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively
She has a sharp intellect.
Ela tem um intelecto aguçado.
2.
A person of superior intellectual ability
He is considered one of the greatest intellects of our time.
Ele é considerado um dos maiores intelectos do nosso tempo.
3.
Mental capacity for rational thought and analysis
The intellect must be developed through education.
O intelecto deve ser desenvolvido através da educação.
Synonyms
mind
reason
intelligence
brain
understanding
cognition
Antonyms
emotion
instinct
stupidity
ignorance
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
intelecto
Standard usage; also 'inteligência' in broader contexts
São Paulo
intelecto
Formal, academic contexts preferred
Portugal
intelecto
Standard usage; 'inteligência' more commonly used in everyday speech
Related Idioms & Phrases
appeal to one's intellect
use one's intellect
high intellect
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