Intellect

Capacity for reasoning, understanding, and learning.

intelligence reason mind

/ɪnˈtɛləkt/

From Old French 'intelecto', meaning 'reason, understanding', from Latin 'intellegere' (to read, understand).

Intellect is like your brain's superpower - it helps you learn, solve problems, and understand the world around you.

What is intellect? It's your ability to learn and understand things
How is it measured? Intelligence tests are sometimes used, but intellect is complex
Can everyone have a high intellect? Yes, though it can develop differently in each person

reasoning understanding cognition

cognition mental faculty

reasoning logic wisdom

memory perception attention

mind consciousness

cognitive process mental process