intellectualize

== English == === Alternative forms === intellectualise (UK) === Etymology === From intellectual + -ize. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɪntəˈlɛkt͡ʃuəlaɪz/ === Verb === intellectualize (third-person singular simple present intellectualizes, present participle intellectualizing, simple past and past participle intellectualized) (transitive) To treat in an intellectual manner; to discuss or express intellectually. To endow with intellect; to bestow intellectual qualities upon; to cause to become intellectual. (US) To find a seemingly rational explanation for. (psychology) To use (excessive) reasoning and rationalization to block out emotional stress and anxiety associated with painful or traumatic experiences. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====