10 Women With High IQ - They’re Way Smarter You’d Think

5. Germaine Stael: (IQ 180-185)
Germaine Stael, also known as Madame de Stael was born in Paris in 1766 and was a French Social Commentator and Political Activist. She also was a famous writer and has penned numerous beautiful works. Germaine was the main opponent and critic of Napoleon who had banned her from France because of her writings. After taking recluse in Germany she became a part of the Goethe Group. Different tests calculated her IQ levels and the score was between 180 and 185. Although she is at No. 5, but she was one of the smartest women of her time.