intelligence

noun

in-ˈte-lə-jən(t)s How to pronounce intelligence (audio)
Definition of intelligencenext
1
as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems high scores on this test supposedly demonstrate great intelligence

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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

Synonyms & Similar Words
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

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of intelligence Perhaps our form of intelligence is tantamount to language modeling, too? — Quanta Magazine, 12 Oct. 2026 Commerce intelligence brings those signals together so teams can respond as conditions change. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 Training will focus on data analytics, advanced data analytics, and business intelligence. — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026 The film, released independently with the backing of The Guardian and MK2, sees the directors interviewing Israeli soldiers and intelligence officers, whose identities are hidden, on the civilian death toll in Gaza. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intelligence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligence
  1. intellect
  2. information
  3. wit
  4. sense
  5. info
  6. insight
  7. wisdom
  8. acumen
Noun
  • Up until 1950, Señorita Rio uses her expert marksmanship, fencing skills, and keen intellect to fight Axis powers across South America.
    — Gaby Iori October 7, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Tony has led at the highest levels of government, respected for his intellect, strategic vision and ability to bring people together around bold, forward-looking ideas.
    — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of intellect
Noun
  • Oeko-Tex’s existing Label Check tool allows shoppers to scan a QR code or enter a certificate number or product ID to verify a label and view the information associated with it.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The Producers Guild of Korea and Italy’s CNA Cinema e Audiovisivo will set up exchange programs and share information on public funding, building on the two countries’ government-level co-production accord.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of information
Noun
  • Her intelligence and wit serve her well as the horrors unfold.
    — Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Perhaps the actor-director is trying to borrow a page from his bitterly funny David Fincher hit, Gone Girl (another kidnapping thriller, sort of), but Animals has none of that earlier picture’s wit or Grand Guignol extremes or gonzo structure.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of wit
Noun
  • There’s a kind of sense with them of, This whole beach thing is really our vibe and the rest of you are just spectators.
    — Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2026
  • That’s reflected in the clips shown to the audience, which, unlike the previous films, really gives the sense that this place smells.
    — Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of sense
Noun
  • When Audrey visits Eli to share insurance info, the encounter descends into a heated argument over who was responsible for the crash.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026
  • He was accused of sharing confidential trade info with Jeffrey Epstein.
    — Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of info
Noun
  • Although only group tours are available, there's a free audio app, which gives insight into the collection.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
  • The system has been evaluated through military exercises and training events and has supported operational use in Ukraine, providing BLADE with real-world insight into evolving unmanned ground requirements, according to a press release.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of insight
Noun
  • Two crazy ass years have gone by (fast af) and my travels have left me, at 28, with a little more wisdom, more guts and ALOT more shoes!
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 12 Oct. 2026
  • In the video, giving viewers a tour of his grand creation like a latter-day Robert Moses, Tomlin seems blissed out, like the keeper of some ancient wisdom.
    — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 9 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 | cstephenson@al.com, al, 20 Jan. 2023
Definition of acumen

Browse Nearby Words

intellectuals
intelligence
intelligencer
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligence. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on intelligence

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about intelligence

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

The Exceptions of '-s' and '-es' Plurals

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

16 Food Words Recently Added to the Dictionary

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

7 Words for Bad Endings and Rough Situations

The Words of the Week - Oct. 9
See More

Popular

See More

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

16 Food Words Recently Added to the Dictionary

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
a cup of tea and a golf ball on tee side by side
Quiz: Sounds Like... Choose the word that sounds like it fits the clue...
See All