pseudointellectual
pseudointellectual · pseudointellectuals
A person who claims proficiency in scholarly or artistic activities while lacking…A person who claims proficiency in scholarly or artistic activities while lacking in-depth knowledge or critical understanding.
» Tom is a pseudointellectual.
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2 sensesA person who claims proficiency in scholarly or artistic activities while lacking in-depth knowledge or critical understanding.
A person who pretends to be of greater intelligence than they actually are.
Examples
1 sentencesTom is a pseudointellectual.
Forms
plural: pseudointellectualsSynonyms
2 synonymsWord family
3 related wordsSee also
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