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intellectual

/ˌɪntəˈlɛk(t)ʃʊəl/

Meanings
noun
An intelligent, learned person, especially one who discourses about learned matters.

Examples :

"The intellectual presented a compelling argument for a new school policy. "
person human mind character philosophy education society essential

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compelling verb

/kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

To drive together, round up

"The teacher compelling the students to the library motivated them to study for the upcoming test. "

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activities noun

/ækˈtɪ.vɪ.tiz/ /ækˈtɪv.ə.tiz/

The state or quality of being active; activeness.

"Pit row was abuzz with activity."

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intelligence noun

/ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.d͡ʒəns/

Capacity of mind, especially to understand principles, truths, facts or meanings, acquire knowledge, and apply it to practice; the ability to comprehend and learn.

"The student's intelligence allowed her to quickly grasp the complex mathematical concepts in class. "

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employments noun

/ɪmˈplɔɪmənts/ /emˈplɔɪmənts/

The work or occupation for which one is used, and often paid

"Many college graduates find that their diverse employments after graduation range from office jobs to volunteer work. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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discourses noun

/ˈdɪskɔːrsɪz/ /ˈdɪskɔːrsəz/

Verbal exchange, conversation.

"The daily discourses between the students and teacher helped create a supportive learning environment. "

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philosophy noun

/fɪˈlɒsəfi/ /fɪˈlɑsəfi/

The love of wisdom.

"My philosophy for dealing with difficult classmates is to listen carefully and try to understand their perspectives. "

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insightful adjective

/ɪnˈsaɪt.f(ə)l/

Possessing insight.

"Her insightful analysis of the book helped me understand the main character's motivations much better. "

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understanding verb

/ʌndəˈstandɪŋ/ /ˌʌndəɹˈstændɪŋ/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

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intelligent adjective

/ɪnˈtɛlɪd͡ʒənt/

Of high or especially quick cognitive capacity, bright.

"My younger brother is very intelligent; he learned to read before he started kindergarten. "

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exercising verb

/ˈɛksərˌsaɪzɪŋ/ /ˈɛksərsaɪzɪŋ/

To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop.

"She is exercising regularly to improve her health. "

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characterized verb

/ˈkæɹəktəɹaɪzd/

To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).

"The teacher characterized the student as disruptive in class. "