intellectualism
/ˌɪntəˈlɛktʃuəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- The belief that knowledge, reason, and the mind are more important than emotions or physical activities.
- Some people criticize intellectualism for ignoring the value of practical skills.
- His intellectualism led him to spend most of his time reading philosophy books.
- The school's focus on intellectualism meant that sports and arts were often overlooked.
- The practice of valuing or engaging in serious thinking, study, and discussion about complex ideas.
- Modern intellectualism often includes discussions about technology, ethics, and society.
- She was drawn to the intellectualism of the university, where every conversation seemed to challenge her mind.
- The café became a hub of intellectualism, where writers and scientists debated for hours.
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