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intellectual masturbation

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Showing off one's own intelligence or knowledge in a way which distracts from helpful or meaningful discussion.

colloquial, derogatory, figuratively, uncountable

Equivalents

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

intellectual property intellectual prostitute intellectualisation intellectualism intellectualist Intellectuality

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