Intellectual Discourse Terms

verb to think deeply or carefully about something

• The philosopher took a moment to cogitate on the complexities of human nature.
• I need some time to cogitate on whether I should accept the job offer.
• Let me cogitate on that for a bit before giving you an answer.
• As the artist stared at the blank canvas, she began to cogitate on what she wanted to create.

noun a person who engages in deep or intellectual thinking, often characterized by stroking their chin in contemplation

• The literary critic was known as a chinstroker for his deep analysis of classic novels.
• My professor is a bit of a chinstroker when it comes to discussing philosophy.
• I can't stand those chinstrokers who act like they know everything about art.
• The politician's speech was filled with empty promises and chinstrokers.