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intelligently

intelligently

28 3.7
In a smart way that shows good sense
  • adverb
  • /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəntli/
translation icon : de forma inteligente
  • She approached the problem intelligently, weighing the pros and cons before making a decision.
  • behave intelligently
  • speak intelligently
  • act intelligently

So without, without looking back, you couldn't, you couldn't really intelligently look forward.

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Examples

  • I would not claim that we always cover it very intelligently or in great depth.

  • The quicker we respond, you know, proactively and at least intelligently to that, the better we will all be positioned.

  • And I think for agents, it's very important to understand the key applications so that they can talk intelligently with their customers, with their clients.

  • Do not expect me to speak intelligently about your play or anything else.

  • You could have handled that more intelligently, if I may say so.

  • But some IT managers believe if they use the systems intelligently, they can improve the way their firms run.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Economists and other human scientists can reflect intelligently on present conditions and can tell useful stories about the past.

    Academic text (1992)
  • Consider One True Thing, in which these questions are most fully and intelligently played out.

    Academic text (2007)
  • People can write intelligently and share their thoughts on a seemingly infinite number of topics.

    Academic text (2012)
  • There is, however, reason to be hopeful about the future if music educators prepare themselves intelligently.

    Academic text (1999)

Synonyms

wisely
vsintelligently
112 2.3

To act with good sense and careful thought

shows good judgment in general rather than life experience
intellectually
vsintelligently
97 5.4

In a way that uses thinking rather than feelings

uses everyday judgment rather than detached intellectual analysis
reasonably
vsintelligently
72 2.4

In a sensible way that shows good judgment

emphasizes sound judgment rather than strict logical reasoning
brilliantly
vsintelligently
54 4.1

In a very clever and skillful way that impresses people

shows solid judgment rather than exceptional brilliance or flair
thoughtfully
vsintelligently
43 3.7

In a careful way that shows you pay attention before deciding

uses active judgment rather than merely paused reflection
cleverly
vsintelligently
33 3.0

In a smart way that shows skill and good ideas

uses reliable judgment rather than inventive trickiness
sensibly
vsintelligently
15 3.7

In a way that shows good judgment and practical choices

leans on thoughtful judgment rather than simple practicality
smartly
vsintelligently
8 3.4

In a clever way that shows clear thinking

depends on good judgment rather than stylish resourcefulness
shrewdly
vsintelligently
6 6.0

In a clever way that shows good sense in practical matters

applies plain good judgment rather than tactical cleverness
sagely
vsintelligently
3 6.3

In a wise and thoughtful way

shows general judgment rather than solemn reflective wisdom
astutely
vsintelligently
3 6.5

In a clever, careful way that shows good sense

shows steady judgment rather than immediate perceptive cleverness
adroitly
vsintelligently
3 7.5

In a skillful and clever way

relies on considered judgment rather than sheer technical skill
knowledgeably
vsintelligently
1 5.2

In a way that shows strong understanding of a subject

leans on practical judgment rather than factual depth
cannily
vsintelligently
1 7.4

In a clever and careful way to get an advantage

uses general good judgment rather than cautious, self-protecting cunning
insightfully
vsintelligently
1 4.8

In a way that shows deep understanding of a subject or situation

relies on applied judgment rather than deep analytical insight
sagaciously
vsintelligently
  • Formal
1 8.9

Acting wisely and carefully to make good decisions

focuses on overall good judgment rather than keen shrewdness
discerningly
vsintelligently
6.1

In a way that shows good judgment when choosing people or things

relies on general good judgment rather than fine discrimination
sapiently
vsintelligently
  • Formal
9.3

In a wise way that shows good judgment

uses general good judgment rather than formal wisdom or learning
eruditely
vsintelligently
  • Formal
8.8

Says or writes in a way that shows deep knowledge

applies everyday judgment rather than scholarly erudition
learnedly
vsintelligently
  • Formal
7.5

In a way that shows deep knowledge about a subject

uses common practical judgment rather than formal scholarship

Antonyms

In a way that shows poor thinking or little care

How Intelligent

brilliantly
54 4.1
intelligently
28 3.7
cleverly
33 3.0
wisely
112 2.3
sensibly
15 3.7

Surface Forms

intelligently positive

Morphology

intelligently = intelligent (transparent) = intelligent + ly

Standard and productive adverb formation from the adjective 'intelligent'; the meaning is directly derived.

Etymology

Intelligently comes from the Latin word intelligere, which meant 'to pick out' or 'understand', and it is the same root as intelligent and intelligence. So, to act intelligently is to choose or understand the best option, showing clear thinking and good judgment.