First Known Use: 15th century
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intense
adjective in·tense \in-ˈten(t)s\
: very great in degree : very strong
: done with or showing great energy, enthusiasm, or effort
of a person : very serious
Full Definition of INTENSE
1
a : existing in an extreme degree <the excitement was intense> <intense pain> b : having or showing a characteristic in extreme degree <intense colors>
2
: marked by or expressive of great zeal, energy, determination, or concentration <intense effort>
3
a : exhibiting strong feeling or earnestness of purpose <an intense student> b : deeply felt
— in·tense·ly adverb
— in·tense·ness noun
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Origin of INTENSE
Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin intensus, from past participle of intendere to stretch out
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intense
adjective in·tense \in-ˈtens\
Definition of INTENSE for Kids
1
: very great in degree : extreme <intense heat>
2
: done with great energy, enthusiasm, or effort <intense concentration>
3
: having very strong feelings <an intense person>
— in·tense·ly adverb
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intense
adjective in·tense \in-ˈten(t)s\
Medical Definition of INTENSE
1
a : existing in an extreme degree <intense anxiety> b : extremely marked or pronounced <a neurodermatitis with intense itching and burning of the skin—H. G. Armstrong> c : very large or considerable <intense radiation>
2
a : feeling deeply especially by nature or temperament b : deeply felt <intense emotions>
—in·tense·ly adverb
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