intellectuality
Americannoun
plural
intellectualities-
the quality or state of being intellectual.
-
intellectual character or power.
Other Word Forms
- unintellectuality noun
Etymology
Origin of intellectuality
From the Late Latin word intellēctuālitās, dating back to 1605–15. See intellectual, -ity
Example Sentences
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If I am forced to choose, I may opt for intellectuality.
From New York Times
The book’s intellectuality is neatly camouflaged by its impish humor.
From Washington Post
“She wanted artists to embrace our intellectuality and its fevered origins.”
From Los Angeles Times
“Hysterectomy was performed, her hair was cut, a complete male outfit was secured and ... she made her exit as a female and started as a male with a new hold on life and ambitions worthy of her high degree of intellectuality.”
From Scientific American
“I have no pretense at intellectuality.”
From Seattle Times
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