Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

brainiac

noun
/ˈbreɪniˌæk/
Definition
A very intelligent person.
Examples
  • She’s a real brainiac; she solves complex math problems in minutes.
  • The team hired a brainiac to help with the new software development.
  • If you want to win the trivia game, you’ll need a brainiac on your team.
Meaning
The term ‘brainiac’ is often used informally to describe someone who is exceptionally smart or has a high level of intelligence.
Synonyms
  • genius
  • intellect
  • whiz
  • smart cookie
  • prodigy