intellectualize

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Etymology

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From intellectual +‎ -ize.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ɪntəˈlɛkt͡ʃuəlaɪz/

Verb

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intellectualize (third-person singular simple present intellectualizes, present participle intellectualizing, simple past and past participle intellectualized) (transitive)

  1. To treat in an intellectual manner; to discuss or express intellectually.
  2. To endow with intellect; to bestow intellectual qualities upon; to cause to become intellectual.
  3. (US) To find a seemingly rational explanation for.
    1. (psychology) To use (excessive) reasoning and rationalization to block out emotional stress and anxiety associated with painful or traumatic experiences.

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