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
Law exudes dogged intensity and Nicholas Hoult is superb as the charismatic white supremacist leader in a gripping action drama.
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
Anything is better than nothing, and prioritizing consistency over intensity is key.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Add intensity: To increase your heart rate and calorie burn, try alternating between a normal pace and short bursts of brisk walking.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Apr. 2025
Within a few years, the intensity and demands of their big lives and careers brought new pressure — and problems for the couple.
—Liz McNeil, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
Anything is better than nothing, and prioritizing consistency over intensity is key.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Add intensity: To increase your heart rate and calorie burn, try alternating between a normal pace and short bursts of brisk walking.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Apr. 2025
Within a few years, the intensity and demands of their big lives and careers brought new pressure — and problems for the couple.
—Liz McNeil, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for intensity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensity
Noun
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After so much enthusiasm and excitement following his winter move from Mercedes, reality is setting in for Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Walz has attempted to generate enthusiasm and make use of Americans’ frustration with the Trump administration’s actions so far by hosting town hall discussions across the country.—
Lauren Irwin,
The Hill,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Try to identify emotions beyond frustration, annoyance or other shades of anger.—
Caroline Fleck, Contributor,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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There are moments of levity scattered throughout, a necessity when dealing with subject matter as harsh and cold as inevitable mortality, but they're surgically placed to extract the most emotion out of the player.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Washington said classes are broken into separate days, with emphasis on different muscle groups throughout the week.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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One of the ways this adaptation distinguishes itself is through its emphasis on youth.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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From red hair and circular blush at Coachella to the resurrection of minimal manicures for Easter, this week’s celebrity beauty moments were all about warmth and length for spring.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
21 Apr. 2025
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The conversation revealed Francis' characteristic warmth and accessibility, moving many participants to tears.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Abby’s friends are nervous, even disgusted at this point, horrified at her capacity for violence.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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More than 1,700 people have been killed this year— 1,086 in February and March, according to the U.N. — in violence fueled by criminal groups trying to expand their territorial control and overthrow the government.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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His unique passions and experiences lead him to create works that truly resonate with his audience.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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At age 14, Tom Schröder had no idea that his passion for sailing would lead him to an ocean odyssey spanning the globe.—
Katia Damborsky,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Intensity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensity. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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