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Meaning of the word intelligent in English

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intelligent

US /ɪnˈtel.ə.dʒənt/
UK /ɪnˈtel.ɪ.dʒənt/
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Adjective

having or showing intelligence, especially of a high level.

Example:
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She is a very intelligent student.
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Dolphins are known to be highly intelligent animals.
Synonym:
clever bright smart astute shrewd
Antonym:
stupid unintelligent foolish dumb idiotic
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intelligence artificial intelligence