Synonyms for genius

Some common synonyms of genius are: genius [n.] 1. Bent, turn, aptitude, aptness, capacity, faculty, endowment, talent, gift. 2. Invention, ingenuity, intellect, sagacity, brains, parts, wit, mother-wit, inspiration, creative power, power of invention. 3. Adept, proficient, master, master-hand, man of ~. 4. Nature, character, disposition, peculiar constitution, characteristic quality. 5. Spirit, tutelary deity, guardian spirit, guardian angel.