IQ Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

noun

ˌī-ˈkyü

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as in proficiency

a highly developed skill in or knowledge of something he has a movie IQ that is off the charts

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Recent Examples of IQ As the Broncos have placed a premium on drafting and acquiring players who specifically fit their ideals around leadership and IQ in the locker room, Jonah’s intangibles stood out, too. —

Luca Evans, Denver Post, 21 June 2026 The Hurricanes’ coaching staff also values the safety’s football IQ, a UM source said. —

Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026 Disneyland has been issued a permit by the city of Anaheim to rebuild a New Orleans Square train station building that was damaged by fire, according to Theme Park IQ. —

Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 9 June 2026 Five of its locations are currently testing its Arch IQ drive-thru AI system, according to Restaurant Business. —

Molly Burford, Southern Living, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for IQ

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proficiency

Noun

Training should produce portable skills and credentials that remain valuable across employers, rather than proficiency in one company’s software or business processes.

— Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Several school districts in and near Fort Worth are below the state average in reading proficiency rates, according to data from the Fort Worth Education Partnership.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026