Cerebral (adjective)

1. Relating to the brain or the intellect; intellectual rather than emotional.
2. Relating to or affecting the brain and nervous system.

Origin:

Late 16th century, from latin cerebralis, from cerebrum ("brain").

Examples:

1. He was known for his cerebral approach to problem-solving.
2. The movie was too cerebral for a summer blockbuster, but received critical acclaim.
3. The disease was a cerebral disorder that affected the patient's ability to think and remember.
4. She was praised for her cerebral performance in the play.
5. The book was filled with cerebral musings on life, death and the meaning of existence.