intel

noun

in·​tel ˈin-ˌtel 

: useful information concerning a subject of interest (such as an enemy) : intelligence

Fresh and accurate intel would result in successful operations.

—Darryl Young

The airlines crave intel on your food allergies, your tolerance for G-forces and your propensity for air rage.

—McKenzie Funk

—often used before another noun

intel data

an intel briefing

Examples of intel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

O’Connell could also give the team intel on Burckhardt, who replaced former Broncos assistant general manager Darren Mougey, who left to become the general manager of the New York Jets. —Alec Lewis, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026

As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. —Brent Rose, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Feb. 2026

Having strong connections with everyone inside Truist Park is vital to good reporting and exclusive intel. —Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 30 Jan. 2026

The latest victim also reveals antidote intel that didn't make TV… and has his interview crashed by another contestant. —Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for intel

• barbell
• bedwell
• befell
• bluebell
• bombshell
• bridewell
• capelle
• cartel
• carvel
• clamshell
• cogswell
• compel