otherwise intelligent

Frequency: 6.512.3 per million words

Used to contrast a specific foolish action with a person's general intelligence.

intelligentADVERB + intelligent

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otherwise

Examples (10)

  • Why do otherwise intelligent people take this event so seriously?
  • It's hard to believe such a mistake was made by an otherwise intelligent student.
  • His decision seemed odd for an otherwise intelligent individual.
  • The error was baffling, coming from an otherwise intelligent and careful researcher.
  • How could an otherwise intelligent leader make such a blunder?
  • Despite being otherwise intelligent, she often struggles with practical tasks.
  • This lapse in judgment is uncharacteristic of an otherwise intelligent manager.
  • An otherwise intelligent person might still fall for simple tricks.
  • It's surprising how an otherwise intelligent adult could believe that.
  • His fear of public speaking seems unusual for an otherwise intelligent and confident professional.