1
as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
spoke with great intensity and eloquence on the need to combat racism
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2
as in intenseness
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the intensity of the actor's performance had theatergoers on the edge of their seats
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Recent Examples of intensity
Messy wintry weather will begin Monday evening in Central Texas and pick up in both intensity and expanse overnight.
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Karina Tsui, CNN, 20 Jan. 2025
Whether the reservoir would have had a meaningful effect on fighting a blaze of such intensity remains unclear.
—Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
What is the appropriate level of intensity for the conversation at hand?
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—Hylke Faber, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
But the intensity of the Biden DOJ’s crackdown on Jan. 6 offenders stirred controversy, drew scrutiny from the Supreme Court in Fischer v. United States, and became a central focus of Trump’s third presidential campaign.
—Washington Examiner Staff, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Jan. 2025
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Karina Tsui, CNN, 20 Jan. 2025
Whether the reservoir would have had a meaningful effect on fighting a blaze of such intensity remains unclear.
—Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
What is the appropriate level of intensity for the conversation at hand?
3.
—Hylke Faber, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
But the intensity of the Biden DOJ’s crackdown on Jan. 6 offenders stirred controversy, drew scrutiny from the Supreme Court in Fischer v. United States, and became a central focus of Trump’s third presidential campaign.
—Washington Examiner Staff, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensity
Noun
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In his defense, the Anti-Defamation League tweeted from X that Musk’s gesture seemed to be an awkward expression of enthusiasm.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
24 Jan. 2025
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Investors responded with enthusiasm, sending Burberry shares up nearly 15 percent to 12.31 pounds in morning trading following the update.—
Samantha Conti,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
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To that end, experts say not to ignore, bury, or resist the messy mix of emotions that may arise.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2025
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Lots of heartbreak, lots of sad emotions just coming up short, but there’s still those exciting feelings inside that there’s more out there.—
Paulina Dedaj,
Fox News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Top trends: Men’s fashion is returning to its roots, with a strong emphasis on formal wardrobes.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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Shooting primarily in Romania’s Carpathian Mountains with an emphasis on expansive exteriors, the filmmakers take full advantage of the region’s rustic beauty, from soaring peaks to dense woods and treacherous rivers, to conjure the fictional ochi’s remote habitat, a domain inhospitable to humans.—
Justin Lowe,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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Take a leaf out of the '90s decorating stylebook by embracing layered lighting—think floor lamps, wall sconces, and table lamps—to create warmth, depth, and intimacy.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Jan. 2025
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This recipe brings the warmth and decadence of a cup of hot cocoa into grab-and-go treats that have a brownie-like texture that can’t be topped.—
Krissy Tiglias,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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However, homeless people are more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators.—
Leah Goodridge,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
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The number of Indianapolis children lost to gun violence dropped dramatically last year.—
Arika Herron,
Axios,
27 Jan. 2025
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This year’s slate includes passion projects from a myriad of top Hollywood talent who decamped to Park City, Utah, for screenings, panels, and parties.—
David Graver,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2025
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The brain of a neurodivergent person is wired for passions and novelty, which trigger the motivation to start and stay engaged with that interesting task, Nordmeyer said.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Intensity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensity. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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