/ɪnˈtelɪdʒənt/
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Meaning
Able to learn, understand, and think quickly and well.
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Word origin
From Latin intelligere, meaning to understand, from inter (between) and legere (to choose or read).
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- intelligere
- English cognates
- intelligence
Examples
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"Intelligent" means she learns and understands quickly.
Dolphins .
They can learn, remember, and solve problems.
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Here "intelligent" describes a question that shows careful thinking.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 28, lesson 7: intelligent, pearl, interfere and 7 more words.