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/ɪnˈtelɪdʒ(ə)ns/- 2information collected about the secret plans and activities of a foreign government, enemy etc
The satellite could also be used to gather intelligence.
- a.a government organization that collects information about the secret plans and activities of a foreign government, enemy etc
the chief of military intelligence
- She is one of the brightest children in the class.
- He is the most brilliant scholar in his field.
- She shines at languages.
- She outshines everyone else.
- I had a sudden flash of inspiration.
- I admired his dazzling/sparkling wit.
- He never said anything and seemed a bit dim.
- This is the work of a very dull mind.
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