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intense

1 of 1adjective
/ɪnˈtɛns/
Forms:more intense,most intense
1

very extreme or great

B2
  • She felt intense excitement as she approached the finish line.
  • The intense heat of the desert made it difficult to breathe.
  • The movie's intense action scenes kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
  • He experienced intense pain after the accident.
  • The storm brought intense winds and heavy rainfall.
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2

(of a person) showing strong enthusiasm or fervor for something

  • She was an intense artist, completely absorbed in her craft.
  • He was an intense student, always pushing himself to excel.
  • She was an intense debater, never backing down from a challenge.
  • He was an intense leader, driven by a strong vision for change.
3

reaching a high level of focus, effort, or energy

  • The athletes underwent an intense training regimen before the competition.
  • The investigation entered an intense phase as new evidence emerged.
  • After hours of intense negotiation, both parties reached an agreement.
  • The project required an intense burst of productivity to meet the deadline.
  • The intense search for survivors continued through the night.