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intellectually

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Intellectually (adv) means In a way that relates to reasoning or mental ability. Example: “The course was intellectually demanding but rewarding.”

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In a way that relates to reasoning or mental ability.
"The course was intellectually demanding but rewarding."

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In plain EnglishDescribes doing something in a thoughtful, reasoning-based way.

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Comparative
more intellectually
Superlative
most intellectually
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What does “intellectually” mean?
The word “intellectually” means in a way that relates to reasoning or mental ability. In plain terms, describes doing something in a thoughtful, reasoning-based way.
How do you use “intellectually” in a sentence?
Here is “intellectually” used in a sentence: “The course was intellectually demanding but rewarding.”
What part of speech is “intellectually”?
“Intellectually” is an adverb.
Is “intellectually” a common word?
“Intellectually” is an uncommon word in modern English.