The term "brained" is often used to emphasize someone's mental capacity in various ways, often in a descriptive or evaluative sense. It refers to how well someone's mind functions, whether it be their ability to think, reason, or imagine. Used mostly in combination with other adjectives (e.g., “big-brained,” “well-brained,” “quick-brained”), it expresses praise for one's intellect or sharpness. In contemporary usage, the term "brained" has evolved and is often part of casual expressions or colloquial phrases to describe a person with a high level of intellect or mental aptitude. The term can be used in both positive and neutral contexts, depending on how it is applied in speech or writing.
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Word 'brained' in Other Languages
- brained in Assamese অসমীয়া
- brained in Bengali বাংলা
- brained in Bodo बड़ो
- brained in Dogri डोगरी
- brained in English
- brained in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- brained in Hindi हिन्दी
- brained in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- brained in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- brained in Konkani कोंकणी
- brained in Maithili মৈথিলী
- brained in Malayalam മലയാളം
- brained in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- brained in Marathi मराठी
- brained in Nepali नेपाली
- brained in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- brained in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- brained in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- brained in Santali
- brained in Sindhi سنڌي
- brained in Tamil தமிழ்
- brained in Telugu తెలుగు
- brained in Urdu اُردُو
Brained
Part of Speech
Adjective (typically used with a modifier)
Pronunciation
/ˈbreɪnd/
Definitions
- Having a specific kind or type of intellect or mentality, e.g., "well-brained," "big-brained."
- Referring to an individual’s ability to think or reason, e.g., "a strong-brained leader."
Usage Examples
- He is a well-brained student, excelling in all subjects.
- She was a highly creative, big-brained artist, capable of seeing beauty in the abstract.
- The entrepreneur was known for being clear-brained in his decision-making.
Etymology
Derived from "brain," which refers to the organ of thought, intelligence, and consciousness, combined with the suffix "-ed," used to indicate a characteristic or state. The term "brained" dates back to the 19th century and is typically used in combination with an adjective or modifier to describe someone’s intellectual qualities.
Synonyms
- Intelligent
- Clever
- Smart
- Sharp
- Bright
Antonyms
- Unintelligent
- Slow-witted
- Dim-witted
- Dull
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Dotado de cerebro | /doˈtaðo ðe θeˈβɾo/ |
| French | Doté de cerveau | /dote də sɛʁvɔ/ |
| German | Vernünftig | /fɛʁˈnʏnftɪç/ |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 聪明的 | /cōngmíng de/ |
| Arabic | ذكي | /ðakī/ |
| Hindi | स्मार्ट | /smāṭ/ |
| Italian | Dotato di cervello | /doˈtato di tʃerˈvɛllo/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /ˈbreɪnd/
- British English: /ˈbreɪnd/
- Australian English: /ˈbɹeɪnd/
Historical Usage
The term "brained" was first recorded in the early 19th century and has been used to describe individuals with particular intellectual characteristics. It is used in conjunction with various modifiers to indicate the quality or strength of a person's brain or intellect. Historically, the term has been used to praise individuals for their mental acuity, creativity, or sharpness in various fields such as business, politics, or the arts.
Cultural Nuances
The term "brained" is often used in contexts where intelligence or mental sharpness is emphasized. In certain cultures, referring to someone as "well-brained" or "sharp-brained" carries a positive connotation, suggesting high regard for that individual’s intellectual abilities. However, in other contexts, it may also be used with irony or sarcasm, particularly when referencing individuals who appear to be over-analytical or disconnected from practical realities.