Genious vs. Genius: What's the Difference?

Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on September 24, 2023
"Genious" is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "Genius," referring to exceptional intellectual or creative ability or natural aptitude.

Which is correct: Genious or Genius
How to spell Genius?

Genious is Incorrect

Genius is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of "gene" as in DNA, since genius often feels like it's in one's genes.

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Associate "genius" with renowned figures like "Einstein" and recall their spelling.

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Note the similarity with words like "genuine" and "genial."

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Remember that the ending "-us" is more common in English than "-ous" for such terms.

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Visualize a lightbulb (a symbol of a bright idea) and associate it with "genius."

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Genious and Genius Definitions
Genius
The prevailing character or spirit of something.
The genius of the Renaissance period was marked by creativity.

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Sep 20, 2023
Genius
Exceptional intellectual or creative power.
Albert Einstein was a genius in the field of physics.

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Sep 20, 2023
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Genius
Extraordinary intellectual and creative power
Artistic works of genius.

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Genius
A person who has an exceptionally high intelligence quotient, typically above 140.

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Genius
A strong natural talent, aptitude, or inclination
Has a genius for choosing the right words.

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Genius
The prevailing spirit or distinctive character, as of a place, a person, or an era
The genius of Elizabethan England.

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Genius
Pl. ge·ni·i (jēnē-ī′) Roman Mythology A tutelary deity or guardian spirit of a person or place.

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Genius
Someone possessing extraordinary intelligence or skill; especially somebody who has demonstrated this by a creative or original work in science, music, art etc.
Idiot savant

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Genius
Inspiration, a mental leap, an extraordinary creative process.
A work of genius
To add a dash of cinnamon amid such umami was pure genius

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Genius
The tutelary deity or spirit of a place or person.
And the genius of the place: the growing enthusiasm for codified standards in the Army and Navy

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Genius
(informal) Ingenious, brilliant, very clever, or original.
What a genius idea!

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Genius
A good or evil spirit, or demon, supposed by the ancients to preside over a man's destiny in life; a tutelary deity; a supernatural being; a spirit, good or bad. Cf. Jinnee.
The unseen genius of the wood.
We talk of genius still, but with thought how changed! The genius of Augustus was a tutelary demon, to be sworn by and to receive offerings on an altar as a deity.

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Genius
The peculiar structure of mind with which each individual is endowed by nature; that disposition or aptitude of mind which is peculiar to each man, and which qualifies him for certain kinds of action or special success in any pursuit; special taste, inclination, or disposition; as, a genius for history, for poetry, or painting.

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Genius
Peculiar character; animating spirit, as of a nation, a religion, a language.

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Genius
Distinguished mental superiority; uncommon intellectual power; especially, superior power of invention or origination of any kind, or of forming new combinations; as, a man of genius.
Genius of the highest kind implies an unusual intensity of the modifying power.

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Genius
A man endowed with uncommon vigor of mind; a man of superior intellectual faculties and creativity; as, Shakespeare was a rare genius.

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Genius
Someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality;
Mozart was a child genius
He's smart but he's no Einstein

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Genius
A natural talent;
He has a flair for mathematics
He has a genius for interior decorating

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Genius
A person endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities.
Mozart was a musical genius.

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Sep 20, 2023
Genius
A guardian spirit associated with a person, place, or institution.
Some ancient cultures believed in a personal genius guiding one's fate.

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Sep 20, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Genius?
The term "genius" stems from Latin, indicating a guardian spirit and later exceptional ability or talent.

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What is the root word of Genius?
The root word is Latin "genius," meaning a guardian deity or spirit.

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Which conjunction is used with Genius?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the sentence structure.

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Which preposition is used with Genius?
Prepositions like "of" or "for" can be used, depending on context.

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Which vowel is used before Genius?
The vowel "a" is often used before "genius" as in "a genius idea."

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Is Genius a countable noun?
Yes, when referring to persons ("three geniuses"), it's countable.

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Is Genius a vowel or consonant?
"Genius" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.

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What is the opposite of Genius?
The opposite could be "dullard" or "mediocrity."

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Which article is used with Genius?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on context.

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Sep 24, 2023
Is Genius a noun or adjective?
"Genius" is primarily a noun, but it can be used adjectivally, as in "genius idea."

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Sep 24, 2023
Is Genius an abstract noun?
Yes, "Genius" can be considered an abstract noun when referring to intellectual or creative power.

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Is the Genius term a metaphor?
It can be used metaphorically, but by itself, it isn't a metaphor.

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How is Genius used in a sentence?
"Her ability to solve complex problems in minutes is sheer genius."

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Which determiner is used with Genius?
Determiners like "this," "that," "my" can be used.

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What is the first form of Genius?
Not applicable, as "genius" is primarily a noun.

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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.

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