Definition

In a way that relates to the intellect or understanding; using reasoning or thought.

Example

She approached the problem intellectively, analyzing all possible solutions before making a decision.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we approach problems intellectively?

Yeah, I guess some people just think more logically than others.

Exactly! I try to analyze things intellectively when I'm in a tough spot.

That's a smart way to handle it; it often leads to better solutions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intellectively → It is formed from "intellectus" (from Latin, meaning understanding or the faculty of the mind) and the suffix "-ively" (meaning in a manner of). The word "intellectively" means in a manner that relates to understanding or the intellect.

Memory Tip

Think of 'intellect' as relating to understanding, and the '-ively' means in a manner. So, when you think of 'intellectively', imagine doing something in a way that shows understanding.

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