Synonyms for Intelligent
Definition of intelligent
adjective
- having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree; "is there intelligent life in the universe?"; "an intelligent question"
- possessing sound knowledge; "well-informed readers"
- exercising or showing good judgment; "healthy scepticism"; "a healthy fear of rattlesnakes"; "the healthy attitude of French laws"; "healthy relations between labor and management"; "an intelligent solution"; "a sound approach to the problem"; "sound advice"; "no sound explanation for his decision"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "intelligent"
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"Intelligent" in song lyrics
See how intelligent is used in real songs:
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"that just gets more intelligent"
Aceyalone — Mr. Outsider -
"Now I look less intelligent"
Aesop Rock f/ Slug — I'll Be OK -
"Act a fool, still intelligent"
Bavu Blakes — Up^South