1
as in intellectual
much given to learning and thinking
a very cerebral jurist who has given much thought to what makes our nation's constitution work
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2
as in internal
of or relating to the mind
a young man given more to cerebral pursuits than to sporting activities
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Recent Examples of cerebral
One study found that aged garlic had protective effects against neurodegenerative disorders, including cerebral ischemia (insufficient blood flow to the brain) and Alzheimer's disease.10
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Kathi Valeii, Verywell Health, 9 June 2025
Denver is anchored by Nikola Jokic — an incredibly cerebral, yet somewhat slow-footed center.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 25 May 2025
But these cerebral dispatches realize their audience often experiences the work communally and tends to enjoy it most when accompanied by flowing synths and insistent drums.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 27 June 2025
Expect subversion, something a little weird, traditional craft turned cerebral.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 25 June 2025
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Kathi Valeii, Verywell Health, 9 June 2025
Denver is anchored by Nikola Jokic — an incredibly cerebral, yet somewhat slow-footed center.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 25 May 2025
But these cerebral dispatches realize their audience often experiences the work communally and tends to enjoy it most when accompanied by flowing synths and insistent drums.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 27 June 2025
Expect subversion, something a little weird, traditional craft turned cerebral.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 25 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for cerebral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cerebral
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As with any topical supplemental essay prompt, the admissions committee’s goal when posing this question is to learn more about a student and whether that student is a fit for Duke’s intellectual community.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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The post was a calm image that’s minimal yet commanding, with clean typography and a modern monochrome palette that suggests both intellectual depth and style authority.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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The dust-up is the latest volley in the Texas Republican Party's internal strife over who should succeed GOP Speaker Dade Phelan, who late last year dropped his bid for a third term at the helm of the House.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The remaining portions are $55 million, which has been deferred, and $45 million for performance obligations to improve its internal vehicle recall operations.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
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Yep, that was the tiniest hint at Conrad’s inner monologue.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
30 July 2025
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Embrace your inner Nancy Meyers and opt for a coastal-leaning, pinstriped photo mat.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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While the weather alert is in effect, the National Weather Services recommends residents move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for their safety.—
Hailey Roden,
The Enquirer,
12 July 2025
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The sporty purse has multiple interior and exterior pockets for organization and easy access, and can be worn across your hips or chest, similar to the flagship Everywhere Belt Bag.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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This definition also includes instance in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (include due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
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Without supervision or regulation, kids can easily stumble upon explicit material, including violent and extremist content, that can lead to mental distress, desensitization and a warped perception of the world around them.—
Richard Wistocki,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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This means recognizing the interconnectedness of conflict, poverty, environmental degradation and psychological well-being.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Shooting entirely in Vancouver, his rise to fame is best associated with the medical drama The Good Doctor from 2017 to 2024 or the psychological horror series Bates Motel in the years before that.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
25 July 2025
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“Cerebral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cerebral. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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