Defined Quote by Randall Jarrell
“when General Eisenhower defined an intellectual as "a man who takes more words than is necessary to tell more than he knows", he was speaking not as a Republican but as an American.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Eisenhower remarks, date unknown
Eisenhower critiqued overly verbose intellectuals, emphasizing clarity over pretension.
In simple terms: Clear speech beats unnecessary words.
Key Takeaway
Speak concisely.
Themes
communication
clarity
intellectualism
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- academic writing
- public debates
Key Concepts
rhetoric
efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance depth with brevity?
- When does brevity become oversimplification?
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