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UK/["/ɪnˈtens/"]/US/["/ɪnˈtens/"]/

Meaning of Intense

very great; very strong

In simple words: Very strong or powerful.

Intense in a sentence

  • The intense heat of the summer made it difficult to stay outside for long.
  • She felt an intense desire to travel the world and explore new cultures.
  • His intense focus during the game led to a remarkable performance.
  • They had an intense discussion about the future of the project.
  • The movie was filled with intense action scenes that kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

How to use Intense

Use 'intense' to describe feelings, experiences, or colors. It's suitable for formal and informal contexts, but avoid it in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of an intense workout that makes you sweat a lot.

Related words

Synonyms for Intense

Opposites of Intense

Common mistakes with Intense

  • Confused with 'tension' when discussing feelings.
  • Using 'intense' with a noun without proper context.
  • Misplacing intensity in adjectives, e.g., saying 'very intense intense'.

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Frequently asked questions about Intense

What does Intense mean?

Very strong or powerful.

What is the definition of Intense?

very great; very strong

How do you use Intense in a sentence?

The intense heat of the summer made it difficult to stay outside for long.

Can you give another example of Intense?

She felt an intense desire to travel the world and explore new cultures.

What are synonyms for Intense?

Common alternatives include extreme.

What is the opposite of Intense?

Opposite meanings include mild, gentle, weak.

What words go with Intense?

It commonly pairs with be, become, get, extremely, fairly, very, be, become, get, extremely, fairly, very, be, become, get, extremely, fairly, very.

What are common mistakes when using Intense?

Confused with 'tension' when discussing feelings. Using 'intense' with a noun without proper context. Misplacing intensity in adjectives, e.g., saying 'very intense intense'.

How do you pronounce Intense?

US: /["/ɪnˈtens/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈtens/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Intense?

Use 'intense' to describe feelings, experiences, or colors. It's suitable for formal and informal contexts, but avoid it in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Intense?

"Intense" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.