adjectivenounnoun
intelligent
intelligent
Definition & meaning
Intelligent means intelligent, clever, or smart: able to understand, learn, and think well.
It can also describe something that shows good judgment or uses technology effectively, as in a smart device.
Grammar & Word origin
- Intelligent is an adjective. The feminine form is intelligente ; the plural forms are intelligents and intelligentes .
- It usually comes after the noun: une personne intelligente means “an intelligent person.”
- It comes from Latin intelligens, meaning “understanding” or “perceptive.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
- malin — clever or cunning, sometimes suggesting a knack for getting what one wants.
- brillant — brilliant; suggests exceptional intelligence or talent.
- astucieux — resourceful or ingenious, especially at solving practical problems.
Antonyms
- stupide — stupid; a strong, often insulting opposite.
- bête — silly or stupid; often less formal and can describe a foolish action rather than a person’s ability.
Common phrases & collocations
Make “intelligent” part of your vocabulary.
Build your French vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.
Examples
Mon frère est très intelligent.adjective
My brother is very intelligent.
Keep exploring French
Learn words from the content you love.
Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).
Scan for iPhone & iPad