Public Intellectual Definition
noun
An intellectual, often a noted specialist in a particular field, who has become well-known to the general public for a willingness to comment on current affairs.
Webster's New World
(idiomatic) A well-known, intelligent, learned person whose written works and other social and cultural contributions are recognized not only by academic audiences and readers, but also by many members of society in general.
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Noun
Singular:
public intellectual
Plural:
public intellectuals
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