How Do You Spell INTELLECTUALIZE?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪntəlˈɛkt͡ʃuːə͡lˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "intellectualize" is spelled with 12 letters, including the letter "z". The phonetic transcription is /ɪn.təˈlɛk.tʃu.ə.laɪz/. The word is derived from "intellectual" which means a person who is highly educated and knowledgeable. To "intellectualize" something is to approach it in an intellectual manner, as opposed to an emotional or instinctive one. This word can sometimes be difficult to spell due to its length and the presence of the silent letter "g".

INTELLECTUALIZE Meaning and Definition

1. The term "intellectualize" is a verb that refers to the act of approaching or analyzing a topic, issue, or situation in an abstract, rational, and intellectual manner. It involves a process of critically thinking, using logic and reason to understand and interpret information or emotions.

   When an individual intellectualizes something, they tend to detach themselves emotionally from the subject matter and focus primarily on the logical and conceptual aspects. This may involve conceptualizing ideas, examining different theories or perspectives, and employing analytical thinking to gain a deeper understanding.

   Intellectualizing often occurs when discussing complex or contentious subjects such as philosophy, politics, or psychology, where it is important to critically evaluate and analyze thoughts, ideas, and beliefs. It aims to foster intellectual clarity and logical coherence by separating emotions and personal bias from the rational examination of information.

   However, intellectualizing may sometimes be viewed as a form of avoidance or dissociation from one's emotions, as it can disconnect individuals from the subjective and experiential aspects of a situation. It can be seen as a defense mechanism that protects individuals from confronting and processing their emotions directly.

   In summary, intellectualizing involves using intellectual reasoning, logic, and critical thinking to explore and understand a subject matter, often without emotional attachment, in order to gain insight and awareness.

Common Misspellings for INTELLECTUALIZE

• intellectulized
• intellecualize
• Intelledectualize
• Intelectualise

Etymology of INTELLECTUALIZE

The word "intellectualize" is derived from the combination of two terms: "intellectual" and the suffix "-ize".

The term "intellectual" originated from the Latin word "intellectus", which means "understanding" or "perceiving". It entered the English language through the Old French term "intellectuel" in the 14th century. Over time, it developed to refer to a person engaged in intellectual pursuits, someone who is knowledgeable and thoughtful.

The suffix "-ize" comes from the Greek suffix "-izo", which indicates the sense of "to make", "to cause", or "to become". It is used in English to form verbs from nouns or adjectives, implying the act or process of transforming the word into a particular state or condition.

Conjugate verb Intellectualize

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have intellectualized

you would have intellectualized

he/she/it would have intellectualized

we would have intellectualized

they would have intellectualized

I would have intellectualize

you would have intellectualize

he/she/it would have intellectualize

we would have intellectualize

they would have intellectualize

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been intellectualizing

you would have been intellectualizing

he/she/it would have been intellectualizing

we would have been intellectualizing

they would have been intellectualizing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would intellectualize

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we would intellectualize

they would intellectualize

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be intellectualizing

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we would be intellectualizing

they would be intellectualizing

FUTURE

I will intellectualize

you will intellectualize

he/she/it will intellectualize

we will intellectualize

they will intellectualize

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be intellectualizing

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he/she/it will be intellectualizing

we will be intellectualizing

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have intellectualized

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we will have intellectualized

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been intellectualizing

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we will have been intellectualizing

they will have been intellectualizing

IMPERATIVE

you intellectualize

we let´s intellectualize

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to intellectualize

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was intellectualizing

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he/she/it was intellectualizing

we were intellectualizing

they were intellectualizing

PAST PARTICIPLE

intellectualized

PAST PERFECT

I had intellectualized

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we had intellectualized

they had intellectualized

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

I intellectualize

you intellectualize

he/she/it intellectualizes

we intellectualize

they intellectualize

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am intellectualizing

you are intellectualizing

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we are intellectualizing

they are intellectualizing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

intellectualizing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have intellectualized

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been intellectualizing

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we have been intellectualizing

they have been intellectualizing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it intellectualize

SIMPLE PAST

I intellectualized

you intellectualized

he/she/it intellectualized

we intellectualized

they intellectualized