Definition

Not related to or involving the use of the mind or intellect; lacking in intellectual qualities.

Example

The movie was entertaining but quite unintellectual, focusing more on action than on deep themes.

Conversation

I watched this new reality show last night.

Oh really? Was it any good?

Honestly, it felt kind of unintellectual and not worth my time.

Yeah, sometimes those shows can be pretty shallow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unintellectual → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "intellectual" (from Latin "intellectus", meaning understanding or the ability to think). The word "unintellectual" means not possessing or showing intellectual ability or understanding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having 'understanding' ('intellectus') — that's why unintellectual means lacking intellectual ability.

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