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Definitions

intensity

[in-ten-si-tee] / ɪnˈtɛn sɪ ti /
NOUN
passion, force
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anxiety concentration depth earnestness emotion energy excitement ferocity fervor fury magnitude power severity strength tension vigor
STRONG
acuteness ardor deepness emphasis excess extreme extremity fanaticism ferment ferociousness fervency fierceness fire force forcefulness keenness might nervousness potency sharpness strain tenseness vehemence violence volume weightiness wildness
WEAK
high pitch intenseness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathy calm calmness ease enervation happiness idleness inactivity lethargy peace unimportance weakness
STRONG
powerlessness
WEAK
dullness laziness moderation

Example Sentences

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The study, published in the journal Science, says the intensity and duration of the violence may inform how early human conflict developed.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Officials in the Middle East believe there is a significant chance that war will flare up again—possibly with even greater intensity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“Hilary’s experience spans industrial, infrastructure, and software businesses—sectors where capital intensity and execution excellence are critical to success,” Magouyrk said.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

There was excitement and intensity but perfection wasn’t expected.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Mike had a way of getting an intensity of feeling into shaking hands.

From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway