1
as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
high scores on this test supposedly demonstrate great intelligence
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2
as in information
a report of recent events or facts not previously known
usually received the latest intelligence about how the war was going
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3
as in wit
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
as head of the customer service department, he has handled complaints and disputes with unfailing intelligence and good humor
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Recent Examples of intelligence
It has been viewed by some as one of the oddest radio transmissions from afar ever detected, also cited as compelling evidence for extraterrestrial intelligence.
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Leonard David, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Sponsors United, a global sports and entertainment intelligence platform that provides data and insights for marketing partnerships, shared its first NWSL report this year.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
The show centers on David Jung (Daniel Dae Kim), an enigmatic and highly unpredictable former U.S. intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is shattered when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2025
The alliance is intimately involved in building and testing weapons with Ukraine, training its army, and supplying it with intelligence and arms, including ones that can strike deep inside Russian territory.
—Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 26 Aug. 2025
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Leonard David, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Sponsors United, a global sports and entertainment intelligence platform that provides data and insights for marketing partnerships, shared its first NWSL report this year.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
The show centers on David Jung (Daniel Dae Kim), an enigmatic and highly unpredictable former U.S. intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is shattered when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2025
The alliance is intimately involved in building and testing weapons with Ukraine, training its army, and supplying it with intelligence and arms, including ones that can strike deep inside Russian territory.
—Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligence
Noun
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Just his razor-sharp intellect and the motivation to work hard.—
Rich Tabaka,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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And for those of us who’ve built our identities around propositional knowing, our intellect and our cleverness, this shift doesn’t just feel professional.—
Chris Schembra,
Rolling Stone,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Additional information about the crimes King is accused of was not immediately available Wednesday night.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Aug. 2025
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This story has been updated to clarify information about the public health director selection process.—
Beth Warren,
The Tennessean,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Lots of Sneaking, Multiple Perspectives When Resident Evil Requiem debuted at the Summer Game Fest, Capcom emphasized that the new protagonist, FBI agent Grace Ashcroft, must rely on her wits and less on her strength to survive.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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This new play pulses with live music, quick wit, and backstage mayhem, capturing the electric atmosphere of a cultural revolution in the making.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
20 Aug. 2025
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January 2025 Five of Wands: January’s energy will encourage you to rise above challenges and find a sense of peace in the midst of chaos, Pisces.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Sep. 2025
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Natural beauty, recreation, a true sense of community—all these things make Tributary much more than an upscale private club resort.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Pioneer 11 provided unprecedented insights into the ringed planet and its moons, marking a milestone in space exploration.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The Polar Museum covers everything from early hunting expeditions to Amundsen’s polar achievements, while the Tromsø Museum offers insight into Sami culture and the natural phenomenon of the northern lights.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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More info about how to get in touch is available on the TSA’s website.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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For more info on tickets to the Fashion & Cinema event at The Soho Hotel go to The Soho Hotel.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Blue Zones Travel: Longevity Through Lifestyle Sometimes the oldest wisdom proves most effective.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Many global examples show the wisdom of a political system that checks the executive power by placing policing under local control.—
Joel Day,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
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The guys up at Auburn rave about his intelligence, his football acumen and his work ethic.—
Creg Stephenson | cstephenson@al.com,
al,
20 Jan. 2023
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But Lord knows, there’s a mountain of acumen and perspicacity or, in plain terms, good horse sense stored in those minds and souls.—
Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
8 Jan. 2023
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“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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