Lexicons Flashcards
someone who prefers his own company and does not like socializing. We can also say a lone bird.
Lone Wolf
someone who has greater abilities than he shows or than other people are aware of.
Dark Horse
someone who likes to attend parties often.
Party Animal
a person who is always happy and satisfied. Used in the negative.
Happy Camper
a clever person.
Bright Spark
someone who is very interested in science or technology, particularly in computers.
Nerd
a person who talks a lot.
Chatterbox
someone who has very little emotions, who is regarded as hard-hearted and unfeeling.
Cold Fish
Remarkably talented or intelligent, often to an extraordinary degree.
Prodigious
Relating to the level of genius associated with Albert Einstein, particularly in the field of theoretical physics.
Einsteinian
Someone with exceptional and specialized knowledge or ability in a particular area.
Savant
A person with expertise in a wide range of subjects or fields of study.
Polymath
Referring to the level of intelligence required for membership in Mensa, a high-IQ society.
Mensa-level
A young person who is exceptionally skilled or knowledgeable in a particular area.
Whiz-kid
A child or young person who is exceptionally talented or precocious in a particular field.
Wunderkind
Having deep knowledge, insight, or understanding of complex subjects.
Profound
Possessing extensive knowledge and scholarly wisdom in various areas.
Erudite
Relating to intellect or the intellect itself; indicating a person with profound intellectual abilities.
Cerebral
Showing keen perception, intelligence, and the ability to understand complex situations quickly.
Astute
Demonstrating exceptional creativity and cleverness in problem-solving or inventing.
Ingenious
Someone with the ability to think and plan for the future with innovative and creative ideas.
Visionary
Having a teaching or questions style similar to that of Socrates, who was known for his wisdom and method of inquiry.
Socratic
An individual who thinks and acts independently and is known for unconventional and brilliant ideas.
Maverick
Very capable.
Accomplished