Definition of "sapient" in English

adjective

1. (formal, dated except poetic) Possessing discernment and wisdom; learned, wise.

2. Attempting to appear discerning or wise.

3. Followed by of: aware or knowledgeable of.

4. Of a lifeform or species: possessing intelligence or a high degree of self-awareness.

5. (anthropology) Of, pertaining to, or characteristic of Homo sapiens (modern human beings).

6. (obsolete, rare) Having a (good) flavour or taste; sapid.

noun

1. (archaic except humorous) A wise person; a sage.

2. (by extension, science fiction) An intelligent, self-aware being.

3. (anthropology) A human being of the species Homo sapiens.