intense
intense Lexical Profile
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• adjective
Of an extreme force, degree, or strength (especially of a physical quality, sensation, or natural phenomenon).
"The astronauts wore specialized visors to shield their eyes from the intense glare of the sun."
Deeply felt, profound, or involving a high degree of mental concentration, passion, or emotional commitment.
"After months of intense negotiations, the two companies finally reached a mutually beneficial agreement."
Characterized by earnestness, strong emotions, or deeply focused seriousness in manner or expression (of a person).
"The director is an intense perfectionist who agonizes over every lighting detail on the film set."
Highly saturated, vivid, or brilliant in hue or brightness (of a color or light).
"The artist was celebrated for the intense blues and crimsons that dominated her stained-glass windows."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'intense' with 'intensive'; 'intense' describes a subjective or physical quality of high degree or deep emotion (e.g., intense heat, intense grief), whereas 'intensive' refers to a concentrated, thorough application of effort or resources within a limited time or area (e.g., intensive training, intensive care).
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late Middle English period from Old French or directly from Latin 'intensus' (stretched, strained, tight), the past participle of 'intendere' (to stretch out, strain, or direct attention toward).