intellective
- noun
- /ˌɪntəˈlɛktɪv/
- Archaic
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intelectual
- Many scholars consider her an intellective figure in philosophy.
Examples
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The salon was filled with artists and at least one intellective who led the discussion.
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In the old university, he was respected as an intellective among his peers for his deep thinking.
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In the old university, he was respected as an intellective among his peers.
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Though rarely used today, the term intellective once described a person of great thought.
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He is a true intellective among his peers.
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Many scholars consider her an intellective figure in philosophy, known for her profound insights.
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The salon was filled with artists and at least one intellective who contributed greatly to the discussion.
Synonyms
393
6.9
A person with very great intelligence
142
3.8
A person who has deep ideas about important subjects
94
6.0
A person who thinks deeply about ideas, art, or science
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6.0
A person who thinks clearly and deeply about ideas and problems
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8.2
A person who is very smart and good at solving hard problems
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6.5
A person who is very clever
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4.2
A person who spends time on serious, important ideas
A person who thinks carefully for a long time about problems or ideas
A person who likes to study ideas and join serious debates
A person who is clever, quick with words, and well educated
Antonyms
How Intellectual
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6.8
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6.1
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6.0
- Archaic
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7.5
142
3.8
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4.9
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Intellective was once used for a thoughtful person and shares the root intellect meaning 'understanding', so you can remember it as 'an understanding person'.