Synonyms for

Intellectually

Verb / ˌɪntʌˈlektʃu:ʌli: / / ˌɪntʌˈlektʃu:li: / / ˌɪnʌˈlektʃu:ʌli: / / ˌɪnʌˈlektʃu:li: / Another word for intellectually — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to or using the intellect, characterized by high mental capacity

Synonyms & similar words

cerebrally mentally rationally intelligently academically brainily cognitively knowledgeably learnedly scholarly thoughtfully geniusly smartly brilliantly wisely eruditely sagely profoundly astutely shrewdly

Synonyms by register

Formal

cognitively mentally academically rationally

Informal

smartly cleverly brainily

Literary

cerebrally mentally

Antonyms

unintellectually emotionally physically instinctively crudely simply

Common collocations

  • intellectually stimulating
  • intellectually curious
  • intellectually capable
  • intellectually gifted
  • intellectually dishonest
  • intellectually demanding
  • intellectually superior

Word family

noun intellect
adjective intellectual

Usage note

This adverb describes something related to the ability to think and understand, especially in a complex way. It is generally used in formal or academic contexts.

Example sentences

  1. He approached the problem intellectually.
  2. She discussed the scientific theory intellectually.
  3. The book was intellectually challenging.
  4. The professor spoke intellectually about the subject.
  5. She approached the topic intellectually and critically.

Quotes

  • 'Intellectually, I know that America is no better than any other country; emotionally I know she is better than every other country.' - Sinclair Lewis
  • 'The true test of intelligence is not how much we know how to do but how we behave when we don't know what to do.' - John Holt
  • 'I think the most important thing in life is self-love, because if you don't have self-love, and respect for everything about your own body, your own soul, your own capsule, then how can you have an authentic relationship with anyone else?' - Shailene Woodley

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