Counterintelligence Strategies

noun a means or method of discovering or detecting something

• The espial of the rare bird species was a significant discovery for the scientific community.
• She was thrilled with her espial of the hidden treasure in the attic.
• I can't believe his espial of the cheat codes for the game!
• Through careful espial, she was able to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance.

noun A person who secretly collects and reports information about the activities, movements, and plans of an enemy or competitor.

verb To observe or gather information secretly.

• The government employed a spy to gather intelligence on the enemy.
• I think my neighbor might be a spy, always watching everyone from behind the curtains.
• I heard he's a spy for the other team, feeding them information.
• Her ability to read people's emotions is like being a spy into their thoughts.