Eight Tricks to Make you Appear More Intelligent

It’s hardly a surprise that Google gives us an inflated impression of our own intelligence. The search engine has the answer to every conceivable question at touch of a keyboard, turning even the most ignorant into instant boffins.

But faking intelligence doesn’t have to be high-tech. Here are several other ways to look like the genius in the room.

Cover up

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Wear glasses

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Look good

If you make a good impression on others, they’re more likely to judge specific traits – such as intelligence – positively. This is known as “the halo effect” and means that attractive people are often judged as more intelligent, kind and interesting than others.

But not too good, ladies

Unfortunately, men are judged to be more intelligent and competent than women, which mean that women have to put in extra effort – and even adopt masculine mannerisms – if they want to create an impression of expertise.

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