intense — meaning in English

English meaning

• intense adj Extremely strong, forceful, or extreme in degree.
• sharp adj Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.

Senses

intense is used for these senses in English:

• sharp Sudden, abrupt, intense, rapid.

intense — full definition

1. adj Extremely strong, forceful, or extreme in degree.
2. adj Describing a person who is very serious, focused, or emotionally passionate.

sharp — full definition

1. adj Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
2. adj Quick to notice, understand, or think; mentally alert.
3. adj Sudden and intense; abrupt.
4. adj Harsh or critical in tone.
5. adj (music) Raised in pitch by a semitone, or higher in pitch than intended.

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