INTELLIGENCE Synonyms: 134 Similar and Opposite Words

intelligence

noun

in-ˈte-lə-jən(t)s

Definition of intelligence

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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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 But stocks elsewhere in the artificial-intelligence industry remained unsettled. — Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026 When estrogen levels drop, overall intelligence and basic logic remain completely normal. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026 Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repeated his warning that Iran or its proxies could attack ahead of Tuesday’s close elections to disrupt the vote, citing intelligence. — ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026 North Carolina State University This is mechanical intelligence in action. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intelligence

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Noun

Caught in that sensual music all neglect Monuments of unageing intellect.

— Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Oct. 2026
The man had style down, unafraid to go full-tilt into camp fantasia while always staying grounded in fierce intellect.

— Juan A. Ramírez, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of intellect

Noun

But creating a government database of gun owners also could put people at risk, if the information is hacked and leaked, Leary said.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
When an email involves your Social Security information, go directly to the government website and check for yourself.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of information

Noun

Maybe not laugh-out-loud humor, though that’s there, but other forms of humor like wit, deadpan, understatement, exaggeration, recognition, irony.

— Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2026
Naturally, Roan brought her signature candor and wit to the performance, joking around with fans in the audience.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of wit

Noun

The tightness of White’s control over his arrangements can occasionally foreclose the sense of chaotic freedom inherent to his more collaborative efforts.

— Ryan Meehan, Pitchfork, 26 Oct. 2026
This approach was meant to counter Vucic's one-man rule and restore a sense of community and solidarity.

— JOVANA GEC, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of sense

Noun

But spending time with the 1% who actually consume fashion gave him insight that is hard to gain, like the ability to fragment a collection into different product ranges based on region and age, and understanding what will actually sell.

— Elektra Kotsoni, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
As well as sharing some insight into the Earthshot Prize and his family life, William helped act as a judge for audience members who came up to the stage to tell their funniest stories.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of insight

Noun

The Democrat, who supports Jackson, thinks there’s wisdom in trying to avoid gaffes that distract from Collins.

— Julia Terruso, Time, 26 Oct. 2026
Peralta’s revival shows how postseason fortunes can defy conventional baseball wisdom and earn second chances for players.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of wisdom

Noun

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
The guys up at Auburn rave about his intelligence, his football acumen and his work ethic.

— Creg Stephenson | [email protected], al, 20 Jan. 2023

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