Quote by Brander Matthews

A highbrow is a person educated beyond his intelligence.

A highbrow is a person educated beyond his intelligence.

Summary

This quote suggests that someone is considered a "highbrow" when they have received a higher level of education or possess extensive knowledge on certain subjects; however, they may lack the intellectual capacity to fully comprehend or utilize that knowledge effectively. In other words, being a highbrow implies a discrepancy between one's education level and their natural intellectual abilities. It highlights the idea that simply having access to education or accumulating knowledge does not necessarily guarantee wisdom or intelligence.

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By Brander Matthews

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