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Old Jan 19, 2016, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by DesigningWoman View Post
Who is to say whether when I read a book on quantum physics (not my field), ponder, and discuss my thoughts that is pseudo or real intellectual?
As I understand it, the difference is intent. Are you reading and discussing it because you're genuinely curious about the subject, or are you just trying to look smart and in-the-know? The former is a real intellectual, the latter, pseudointellectual.
Thanks for this!
Takeshi