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intelligent Antonyms

Opposite of intelligent

Because the opposite of intelligent shifts with each meaning, the 16 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having or showing a high degree of mental capacity, quickness of understanding, and ability to learn, reason, and solve problems.

Usage Example

"She is an exceptionally unintelligent student who quickly grasps complex mathematical concepts."

Strongest
unintelligent
stupid
dim-witted
Strong
dense
foolish
obtuse
ignorant
slow

• adjective (Context 2)

Displaying sound judgment, rational thought, or good sense (of a decision, question, remark, or action).

Usage Example

"The panel praised the journalist for asking foolish questions during the press conference."

Strongest
foolish
senseless
Strong
illogical
irrational
unwise
inane
vacuous

• adjective (Context 3)

Equipped with a built-in microprocessor or software system capable of processing data, adapting to inputs, and operating autonomously (of a device, machine, or system).

Usage Example

"Modern buildings often use unautomated climate-control systems to reduce overall energy consumption."

Strong
unautomated
manual

Similar words to intelligent

Words similar to intelligent shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

smart
clever
sensible
bright
wise
brilliant
insightful
sharp
See all synonyms of intelligent

• Nearby Words

intellectualize
intellectually
intelligence
intelligent
intelligently
intelligentsia
intelligibility

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Intelligent. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/intelligent
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