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    Intense (en. Intense)

    /ɛ̃.tɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Manifesting a great intensity.
    The light was so intense that it hurt my eyes.
    La lumière était si intense qu'elle me faisait mal aux yeux.
    Very strong, very powerful.
    He felt intense pain after the accident.
    Il a ressenti une douleur intense après l'accident.
    Requiring great concentration or effort.
    Training for the marathon is an intense process.
    L'entraînement pour le marathon est un processus intense.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'intensus', which means 'stretched, tight'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    intense passion
    A very strong passion for something.
    passion intense
    intensive test
    A test or experience that requires considerable effort.
    épreuve intensive
    intense feeling
    A very powerful feeling, often difficult to control.
    sentiment intense

    Related Words

    intensifier
    To make more intense.
    intensifier
    intensity
    Degree or level of intensity.
    intensité

    Slang Meanings

    Extreme
    That party was intense, everyone had a great time.
    Cette fête était intense, tout le monde s'est bien amusé.
    Exaggerated
    The concert was intense, he set the stage on fire!
    Le concert était intense, il a mis le feu à la scène!