Quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower

An intellectual is a man who takes more words than necessary to tell more than he knows.

An intellectual is a man who takes more words than necessary

Summary

This quote suggests that an intellectual tends to use a surplus of words in an attempt to appear knowledgeable, even when they may be lacking in true understanding. It implies that some individuals may engage in excessive verbosity as a means of compensating for their limited knowledge, trying to create an impression of expertise that surpasses their actual understanding. In essence, the quote criticizes those who prioritize sounding intelligent over genuinely knowing and comprehending the subject matter at hand.

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By Dwight D. Eisenhower

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