Intelligent: meaning, definitions and examples

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intelligent

 

[ ษชnหˆtษ›lษชdส’ษ™nt ]

Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

describing a person

Having or showing intelligence, especially of a high level. Possessing the ability to think, learn, and understand quickly and easily.

Synonyms

astute, bright, clever, quick-witted, smart.

Examples of usage

  • She is known for her intelligent approach to problem-solving.
  • He is an intelligent individual who excels in academics.
Context #2 | Adjective

describing a decision or action

Characterized by sound judgment and rational thinking. Showing good sense and thoughtful consideration.

Synonyms

discerning, prudent, reasonable, sensible, wise.

Examples of usage

  • It was an intelligent decision to invest in that company.
  • She made an intelligent choice by consulting with experts before making a decision.

Translations

Translations of the word "intelligent" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inteligente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฆเฅเคงเคฟเคฎเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช intelligent

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cerdas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทัƒะผะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ inteligentny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ณขใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intelligent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ inteligente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zeki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋˜‘๋˜‘ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฐูƒูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inteligentnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ inteligentnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ชๆ˜Ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ inteligenten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรกfaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›ั‹ะปะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒขแƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒฅแƒขแƒฃแƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aฤŸฤฑllฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ inteligente

Etymology

The word 'intelligent' originated from the Latin word 'intelligentem', which means 'discerning, understanding, or separating'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass the concept of having a high level of mental capacity and cognitive abilities. The modern usage of 'intelligent' reflects the importance of intellect and rational thinking in various aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,696, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.