Intelligence (en. Intelligence)

ɛ̃.tɛ.li.ʒɑ̃s

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Mental capacity to understand, reason, and solve problems.

Human intelligence is often measured by IQ tests.

L'intelligence humaine est souvent mesurée par des tests de quotient intellectuel.

Skill or competence in a particular field.

Her artistic intelligence is reflected in her paintings.

Son intelligence artistique se reflète dans ses peintures.

The set of cognitive abilities and talents of an individual.

He showed great intelligence in managing this crisis.

Il a fait preuve d'une grande intelligence dans la gestion de cette crise.

From Latin 'intelligentia', meaning 'understanding, discernment'.

artificial intelligence

Technology that enables machines to simulate human intelligence.

intelligence artificielle

emotional intelligence

The ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and those of others.

intelligence émotionnelle

collective intelligence

Knowledge and resources shared by a group to solve problems.

intelligence collective

intelligent

One who possesses or demonstrates intelligence.

intelligent

intellect

Capacity for reflection, analysis, and logic.

intellect

cognition

Mental process by which individuals acquire knowledge.

cognition

Brain

She is a real brain in her team.

Elle est un vrai cerveau dans son équipe.

Genius

This guy is a genius; he knows everything!

Ce type est un savant, il sait tout !