English · Adjectives
intelligent
/ɪnˈtelɪdʒənt/
[/ɪnˈtelɪdʒənt/]
highly able to learn
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Having a high level of mental ability; able to learn and understand well.
Example
She is an intelligent woman who reads widely and asks thoughtful questions.
She is an intelligent woman who reads widely and asks thoughtful questions.
Etymology
From Latin 'intelligens', from 'intelligere' (to understand).
How & Where It’s Used
More formal than 'smart' or 'clever'; used for people and machines.