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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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
As agents take on more complex, multi-step work, the gap between intelligence that can be trusted and intelligence that merely sounds convincing widens.
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Joel Hron, Fortune, 19 May 2026
The findings reveal that bats possess the intelligence to actively manipulate the physical properties of their acoustic environment to enhance perception, rather than just forcing the brain to work harder.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
At operations and intelligence meetings starting about two weeks before the strike, the soldiers began asking for more drone defense.
—Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 19 May 2026
At its core, the company is developing a defensive intelligence system designed to monitor, interpret, and act on reputation threats in real time, says Gaurav.
—Wyles Daniel
may 19, Miami Herald, 19 May 2026
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Joel Hron, Fortune, 19 May 2026
The findings reveal that bats possess the intelligence to actively manipulate the physical properties of their acoustic environment to enhance perception, rather than just forcing the brain to work harder.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
At operations and intelligence meetings starting about two weeks before the strike, the soldiers began asking for more drone defense.
—Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 19 May 2026
At its core, the company is developing a defensive intelligence system designed to monitor, interpret, and act on reputation threats in real time, says Gaurav.
—Wyles Daniel
may 19, Miami Herald, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligence
Noun
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Edward Busby, whose intellect, IQ and the possible resulting disability were the focus of the argument in his appeals, died when pentobarbital was injected into his body.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2026
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This Penelope matches her husband not just in intellect but in passion.—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
12 May 2026
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The department did not immediately provide additional information about the suspect or suspects.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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No, our purpose is to supplement, extend and update, so our politics may match the scale and speed of contemporary information and commerce, migration and ecology.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Millions tuned in to watch the battle of wits.—
Michael Ashley,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Barney’s passion and wit were second to none, and our thoughts are with his family today.—
Patricio Chile,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
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That wouldn't have made sense if Rodgers weren't on the team.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
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What doesn’t make sense is why the same amenity is not available at the airport in West Palm Beach.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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The platform's legal analytics tools allow attorneys to analyze judicial and attorney behavior, help predict outcomes, and identify strategic insights from historical court data.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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In true Pisces form, Goose serves as a shoulder Maverick can rely on, offering him advice and insight at all times.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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There’s also no shortage of folks rather blindly passing along to others health info seen on social media without verifying the info’s accuracy.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The data collected on studio leadership at the time is incomplete, and even with that missing info, the clearance was still met.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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What is striking about this moment is that America is not merely acknowledging the Jewish roots of some of its values historically, but openly turning again to a distinctly Jewish practice as a possible source of wisdom for the present.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Moxley imparted some wisdom onto Ospreay as the two appeared to be on the top of a parking garage training, recalling when things were so simple in pro wrestling before the weight of the world bore down on his shoulders.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Cignetti has tapped into a distinctly Hoosier brand of team pride, which proves that his acumen is just as strong off the football field as on it.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
28 Jan. 2026
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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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“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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