1
as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
spoke with great intensity and eloquence on the need to combat racism
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2
as in intenseness
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the intensity of the actor's performance had theatergoers on the edge of their seats
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Recent Examples of intensity
The finest ones are made with intensity, care and precision to ensure your total enjoyment.
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Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The key is consistency, not intensity.
—Ted Hoskinson, Sun Sentinel, 11 June 2026
Caffeine-free pre-workouts are another option for keeping training intensity up while the body adjusts.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
However, the return of El Nino means global temperature records could be challenged again in the near future, depending on its peak intensity and duration.
—Daniel Peck, ABC News, 11 June 2026
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Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The key is consistency, not intensity.
—Ted Hoskinson, Sun Sentinel, 11 June 2026
Caffeine-free pre-workouts are another option for keeping training intensity up while the body adjusts.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
However, the return of El Nino means global temperature records could be challenged again in the near future, depending on its peak intensity and duration.
—Daniel Peck, ABC News, 11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for intensity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensity
Noun
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For much of her defining run, Lizzo was emblematic of an idyllic extramusical experiment, her songs a wellspring for yas queen enthusiasm.—
Sheldon Pearce,
NPR,
16 June 2026
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The Tartan Army of 2026 has journeyed to America with similar enthusiasm, and unrealistic expectations have been loaded upon the shoulders of McTominay.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Yet signs of pressing persist as the Padres steer solutions toward aggressiveness on the basepaths.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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The aggressiveness was needed on a night Spurs head coach directed players to pick Brunson up full-court after San Antonio makes.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2026
Noun
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The effect isn’t to lampoon but to confront his raw emotion and to test his capacity for resilience.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Crime films often deal with complex emotions as characters grapple with the morality of their actions.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
Noun
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From an emphasis on organic materials to optimising natural light, the goal is to create spaces that enhance both mental and physical well-being.—
Kissa Castaneda,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Giants quarterbacks coach Brian Callahan said Jaxson Dart’s timing, which connects to his eyes and footwork, is an emphasis to improve the second-year QB’s performance in the pocket.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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Everything that had made her herself — the warmth, the animals, the cousins who stayed behind — was suddenly gone.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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The nurturing Moon enters your sign, lighting your 1st House of Identity, so your natural warmth and creativity feel easier to share without overthinking.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Countries with large populations of Venezuelan migrants, including Peru and Colombia, have accused the group of being behind a spree of violence in the region.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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In Port-au-Prince, where chronic electricity shortages and gang violence have disrupted daily life for years, residents have been preparing communal viewing areas so supporters can watch the match together.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
13 June 2026
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Surrounded by custom paintwork and gleaming chrome, Ugaz said the opportunity to share his passion and craftsmanship with the broader San Francisco community was especially meaningful given the stereotypes lowrider enthusiasts have faced over the years.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Most people who go on safari are adventurous and love animals, so seeing the Big Five on land and then experiencing all the marine life in the ocean is unique combination that satisfies so many different interests and passions.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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“Intensity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensity. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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