n.
(pl. geniuses)
- exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability.
- an exceptionally intelligent or able person.
(pl. genii
/-nɪʌɪ/
)
(in some mythologies) a spirit associated with a person, place, or institution.- the prevalent character or spirit of a nation, period, etc.
Etymology
ME: from L., from the root of gignere ‘beget’.