intense

adjective

in-ˈten(t)s How to pronounce intense (audio)
Definition of intensenext
1
as in intensive
extreme in degree, power, or effect the intense cold of the polar regions

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2
as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling an intense actor who favors edgy film roles

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Recent Examples of intense While Tesla succeeded, Solyndra declared bankruptcy just two years later, attracting intense public scrutiny. — Mariana Mazzucato, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026 Moore knew the scene, which is essentially a long, intense monologue, would loom large for her, and so did Eisenberg. — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 7 Sep. 2026 Their behinds gyrated with more purpose; their dancing seemed to become more intense and serious. — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026 But despite intense trade and geopolitical frictions, global supply chains have proved more resilient—and more deeply intertwined—than most observers anticipated. — Da Wei, Foreign Affairs, 7 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intense
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intense
  1. intensive
  2. passionate
  3. fierce
  4. warm
  5. ferocious
  6. passional
  7. deep
  8. fervent
Adjective
  • The result should be better performance at the chip's limits, for graphics-intensive apps and games, and for extended multitasking.
    — Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Researchers can use it to run complex simulations, analyze large datasets, and develop compute-intensive AI applications.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of intensive
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  • That’s why the defense of Taylor from inside these walls is so passionate among those who know him.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Hadder is passionate about supporting Boise’s local raptor population, and a student of the region’s history in bringing back birds of prey.
    — Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of passionate
Adjective
  • Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway owns BNSF, and the railroad is a fierce critic of Vena’s takeover bid for Norfolk Southern.
    — John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Aaron Donald, one of the fiercest pass rushers in NFL history, is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Rams in hopes of winning another Super Bowl title.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of fierce
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  • Beyond this specific aspect, all on the team praised the benevolent and warm atmosphere in which the shooting took place.
    — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Built for polar exploration, this vessel features a cozy alpine-meets-the-sea vibe, with faux-fur pillows, plush blankets for staying warm and three fireplaces with dancing water vapor flames.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of warm
Adjective
  • Giamatti makes Jerry ferocious but not monstruous, a man who certainly likes barking orders at various underlings but loves making good theater even more.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Up to this point, Ghostface victims have been stabbed with Buck 120 hunting knives, crushed by garage doors, shot, electrocuted, and thrown off rooftops in ferocious, balls-to-the-wall Scream fashion.
    — Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of ferocious
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  • At Fox, Collier became known for his passional embrace of blockchain, NFTs and the whole Web3 space.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Nov. 2022
Definition of passional
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  • Many athletes are motivated by a deep hatred of losing, more so than a love of winning.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • There’s also a deep respect for craftsmanship—from marble carving, for which the Cyclades are famous, to fishing, farming, and handmade work.
    — Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of deep
Adjective
  • Bestselling authors, fervent theater-goers, and culture critics alike have all heralded the production as a special chapter in the canon of Black theater.
    — Emmalee Reed, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Yet many Culers question why Atletico would want to keep a player who doesn’t want to be at the club against his will, and who has now clearly lost the support of the Spanish capital outfit’s fervent fans.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of fervent

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“Intense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intense. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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