intellectual

US /ˌɪntlˈɛktʃuəl/

UK /ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəl/

B1

adjective

  • connected with or using a person’s ability to think in a logical way and understand things
  • Relating to the intellect or mental understanding.
  • Appealing to or requiring the use of the intellect.

other

  • a person who is well educated and enjoys activities in which they have to think seriously about things

noun

  • A person who engages in critical study and thought.