Intellectualism
(noun)
- An emphasis on or preoccupation with the intellect or the life of the mind.
- The belief that knowledge and reason are the most important values.
Origin:
This word comes from the latin word intellectualis, which means "of the intellect", formed by intellectualis meaning "intellect" and -ism.
Examples:
- The school prided itself on its academic intellectualism.
- The philosopher's intellectualism was evident in his writing.
- His intellectualism led him to prioritize knowledge over emotions.
- The intellectualism of the scientist was reflected in her research.
- The intellectualism of the society was demonstrated in its emphasis on education.