The crossword solution for the term 'PINKER, IN A WAY' is 'RARER', which is a five-letter word. Steven Pinker is an American cognitive psychologist, linguist, and popular science author. He is known for his advocacy of evolutionary psychology and the computational theory of mind. In this context, 'PINKER, IN A WAY' can be interpreted to mean that he is 'RARER' than other people, as his combination of skills and knowledge is not common.