Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spies

noun

/spaɪz/

Definition

Individuals who secretly collect and report information about an organization or individual, especially in a military or political context.

Examples

The spies gathered critical information that influenced the outcome of the negotiations.
In the novel, the protagonist is a spy who infiltrated enemy territory.
Decoding the enemy’s communications is a task often assigned to spies.

Meaning

Spies operate in stealth to gather intelligence that is often kept confidential. They may use various methods to obtain information without being detected.