I mean what is the definitive bench mark from being good at something and being a genius? Is there some sort of scale to measure it by?
2006-09-05 02:51:39 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
As someone with an IQ of 146 I can assure you that doesn't make you a genius! Most of my friends don't think I've got the intelligence to be a potato. :)
I would have thought that a genius is someone who accomplishes something in the field of academics or art which public opinion or peers acclaim to be so far in advance of anything that anyone else can do at that time.
2006-09-05 03:00:37 · answer #1 · answered by des10euk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe there is an official definition of genius, such as scoring in the top 2% on a standardised intelligence test, (which also qualifies you to join mensa), but I believe it to be a more subjective thing than that. Officially I would be a genius, but I drink, smoke and swear a lot, and I'm crap at almost everything!
It's doubtful that on those standards that someone like Wayne Rooney, or Maradona would be a genius, but their "genius" can't be denied!
2006-09-05 03:02:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having an IQ over 140.
Remember there is a fine line between genius and madness. It think it's about 142.
I just want to add that Genius has nothing to do with how you did at school or how well educated you are. It's to do with smarts...how smart you are.
2006-09-05 03:15:02 · answer #3 · answered by Henry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Measured by the ability of your peers
there is always an IQ test but they don't hold any weight .
That is why i am a Genius on Yahoo answers
2006-09-05 02:54:31 · answer #4 · answered by kevin d 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Genius is not quantifiable.
A genius is someone who does something that is believed not to be possible. They don't just extend the boundaries - they create new ones.
Genius is a spark of inspiration achieved by a select few.
2006-09-05 03:09:40 · answer #5 · answered by olliehunt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on who says they are a genius. Some mothers/fathers claim their children are gifted and call them a genius. Others earn to be called a genius for what they have created or learnt. It's swings and roundabouts
2006-09-05 04:52:32 · answer #6 · answered by Tabbyfur aka patchy puss 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Genius
Noun
1. Someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality.
2. Unusual mental ability.
3. Someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field.
4. Exceptional creative ability.
5. A natural talent; "he has a flair for mathematics"; "he has a genius for interior decorating".
2006-09-05 02:54:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
they gave me an IQ of 148 even though i didn't Tell them i was dyslexic..........they said it i went to Manchester or somewhere like that they could get me over the 150 so i could join MENSA.........if i paid them. i have more sense than that.
but any way all it consisted of was a glorified English test mind you that was 20 years ago maybe it has changed.
but if i am a genius i worry for the world 'cos i am as 'daft as a brush'
2006-09-05 03:24:23 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your Mother must eat 4 oz of Spinach and Broccoli each day during pregnancy. Along with 6 oz of tuna or salmon during the first trimester.
All while singing Archimedes's principals.
Also swallowing a calculator would be beneficial.....
2006-09-05 03:00:14 · answer #9 · answered by captbryguy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If someone can solve daily problems in an inventive or impressive way with ease, i think he/she is considered a genius.
2006-09-05 02:54:43 · answer #10 · answered by Lonez 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋