Intellect
Intellect
Intellect (/ɪnˈtɛlɛkt/) is the faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively, especially with regard to abstract or academic matters. It is often considered synonymous with the mind or the intellect, as opposed to feelings or desires.
Etymology
The term "intellect" is derived from the Latin intellectus, which is the noun form of the verb intelligere, meaning "to understand". The verb intelligere is a compound of inter (between) and legere (to choose, to read), thus implying the ability to discern or choose.
Related Terms
- Cognition: The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
- Consciousness: The state of being aware of and able to think and perceive one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings.
- Intelligence: The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills.
- Reason: The power of the mind to think, understand, and form judgments logically.
- Understanding: The ability to understand something; comprehension.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intellect
- Wikipedia's article - Intellect
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