intellectualism (Meaning)

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intellectualism (n.)

Intellectual power; intellectuality.

The doctrine that knowledge is derived from pure reason.

The philosophical school of intellectualism emphasizes the primacy of reason and knowledge in guiding human thought and action.
The scholar's intellectualism was evident in his meticulous research and brilliant insights.
The intellectualism of the Enlightenment era promoted the supremacy of reason over superstition and tradition.
The artist's intellectualism infused her work with philosophical and literary references.
The professor's intellectualism intimidated students, creating a barrier to effective learning.
The writer's intellectualism manifested itself in his complex and thought-provoking works.
The politician's intellectualism was criticized as being divorced from the practical realities of governance.
The intellectualism of the university fostered a vibrant and stimulating academic environment.
The intellectualism of the scientific community has led to groundbreaking discoveries and advancements.
The intellectualism of the 20th century was characterized by the rise of modernism and post-modernism.

Intellectual power; intellectuality., The doctrine that knowledge is derived from pure reason.

knowledge, intellectuality, cultivation, erudition, sophistication, scholarship, literacy, culture, learning, civilization

illiteracy,barbarism, barbarism, philistinism, ignorance, philistinism, illiteracy, ignorance, provincialism, rusticity

The philosophical school of intellectualism emphasizes the primacy of reason and knowledge in guiding human thought and action.

The scholar's intellectualism was evident in his meticulous research and brilliant insights.

The intellectualism of the Enlightenment era promoted the supremacy of reason over superstition and tradition.

The artist's intellectualism infused her work with philosophical and literary references.