intellectual
adjectiveUK /ˌɪn.təlˈek.tʃu.əl/
US /ˌɪn.t̬əlˈek.tʃu.əl/
Liking to think and learn about big ideas.
She enjoys intellectual conversations about science and history.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who thinks deeply and enjoys learning.
The professor is a well-known intellectual.
3. Involving the ability to think and understand.
Chess is an intellectual game.
4. Relating to the mind rather than feelings.
The book offers intellectual pleasure rather than emotional drama.