Intelligence Definition & Meaning

intelligence
noun
  1. the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
  2. a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting information about an enemy
  3. secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy); "we sent out planes to gather intelligence on their radar coverage"
  4. information about recent and important events; "they awaited news of the outcome"
  5. the operation of gathering information about an enemy

"Intelligence" in song lyrics

See how intelligence is used in real songs:

  • "Of nonsense, flip that to intelligence"
    3rd Eye f/ Lord Finesse, Nine, Top Quality, Zone 7 — Troopers Reprezent
  • "Of the missin' elements and artificial intelligence"
    7L & Esoteric — Precision
  • "and it stifles my intelligence"
    Aceyalone — Keep it True

Usage tips for "intelligence"

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