genius

/ˈdʒinjəs/
noun
  1. A person of extraordinary intelligence or creative ability.
    • It takes a genius to solve such complex mathematical problems.
    • The young artist was called a genius for her innovative paintings.
    • Einstein is widely regarded as a genius in physics.
  2. Exceptional intellectual or creative power; great natural ability.
    • The invention showed true genius in its simplicity.
    • He had a genius for making people feel at ease.
    • Her genius for storytelling captivated the entire audience.
  3. The prevailing character or spirit of a place, person, or era.
    • The genius of the Renaissance was a rebirth of art and learning.
    • The genius of the city lies in its blend of old and new.
    • Each culture has its own unique genius that shapes its traditions.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Very clever or original; characteristic of a genius.
    • That was a genius idea to solve the traffic problem.
    • She made a genius move in the chess game.
    • The chef's genius recipe used unexpected ingredients.
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