intensive
adjective
Simple meaning
Involving much activity in a short period of time.
Pronunciation
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ɪnˈtɛnsɪv
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Definition
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adjective
Done with intensity or to a great degree; thorough.
Making something more intense; intensifying.
Being made more intense.
Chiefly suffixed to a noun: using something with intensity; requiring a great amount of something; demanding.
Involving much activity in a short period of time; highly concentrated.
Of or pertaining to innate or internal intensity or strength rather than outward extent.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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The amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation).
To a high degree.
In an intensive manner.
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Close monitoring and constant medical care of patients with life-threatening conditions.
A hospital unit staffed and equipped to provide intensive care.
An intensive care unit designed with special equipment to care for premature or seriously ill newborn.
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