Definition

A person who gathers and shares information, often in a secretive or undercover manner.

Example

The intelligencer provided crucial information to the government about the enemy's plans.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new movie where the main character is an intelligencer?

Yeah, I read the plot summary; it sounds really intriguing!

I love stories with spies and secret agents, they always keep me on edge.

Same here! I can't wait to see how the intelligencer uncovers the mystery.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intelligencer is formed from "intelligent" (from Latin "intelligentem", meaning understanding or discerning) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). The word refers to a person who understands or gathers information, often used in the context of someone who provides intelligence or news.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'understanding' ('intelligent') and is a 'person' ('-er') who gathers or shares information. This helps you remember that an intelligencer is someone who provides intelligence or news.

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