INTELLIGENT


Meaning of INTELLIGENT in English

adjective

1.

Synonyms: rational , consequent, logical, reasonable, sensible, sound

Contrasted words: irrational, unreasonable

Antonyms: unintelligent

2.

mentally keen or quick

quite intelligent for his age

Synonyms: alert, brainy, bright, brilliant, clever, knowing, knowledgeable, quick-witted, ready-witted, sharp, smart; compare wise 4

Related Word: astute, perspicacious, sagacious, shrewd; acute, keen; adroit, cunning, ingenious

Contrasted words: foolish, idiotic, imbecilic, moronic; crass, dense, dull, dumb, slow, stupid

Antonyms: unintelligent

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