public intellectual
public intellectual · public intellectuals
A well-known, intelligent, learned person whose written works and other social and…A well-known, intelligent, learned person whose written works and other social and cultural contributions are recognized not only by academic audiences and readers, but also by many members of society in general.
Meaning
1 senses(idiomatic)A well-known, intelligent, learned person whose written works and other social and cultural contributions are recognized not only by academic audiences and readers, but also by many members of society in general.
Examples
2 sentencesMary is a public intellectual.
Tom is a public intellectual.
Forms
plural: public intellectuals| Singular | public intellectual |
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