Cerebral (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct; "a cerebral approach to the problem"; "cerebral drama".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The professor's cerebral approach to the complex math problem earned her the respect of her peers.
• Her cerebral novel explored the inner workings of the human mind with remarkable insight.
• The film's cerebral themes and symbolism were lost on some viewers, but appreciated by critics.
• He preferred a cerebral workout, like chess or crosswords, to a physical one.
• The artist's use of cerebral imagery in her paintings added depth and complexity to her work.

Synonyms

• Intellectual

Antonyms

• Emotional

Meaning ²

Of or relating to the cerebrum or brain; "cerebral hemisphere"; "cerebral activity".

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Related Words

• Cerebrum (noun)