Intelligence

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈtɛlədʒəns/

Intelligence (noun)

  1. The ability to learn, understand, and think in a smart way.
  2. Information collected about an enemy or competitor, often secretly.
  3. The ability of a computer to perform tasks that usually need human intelligence.

Examples

  • Her intelligence helped solve the complex problem.
  • Intelligence is valued in many professional fields.

Common collocations: show intelligence, natural intelligence, intelligence test, gather intelligence, intelligence agency

Synonyms of Intelligence

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Intelligence

  • lack of knowledge or awareness
  • lack of intelligence or common sense