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- DictionaryIn·ten·si·ty/inˈtensədē/
noun
- 1. the quality of being intense: "the pain grew in intensity"
- 2. the measurable amount of a property, such as force, brightness, or a magnetic field: "hydrothermal processes of low intensity"
The meaning of INTENSITY is the quality or state of being intense; especially : extreme degree of strength, force, energy, or feeling. How to use intensity in a sentence.
the strength of something that can be measured such as light, sound, etc.: measures of light intensity. [ U ] the quality of being very serious and having strong emotions or opinions: The intensity of their relationship was causing problems. Fewer examples. She sang with febrile intensity.
the quality or condition of being intense. great energy, strength, concentration, vehemence, etc., as of activity, thought, or feeling: He went at the job with great intensity. a high or extreme degree, as of cold or heat. the degree or extent to which something is intense. a high degree of emotional excitement; depth of feeling:
Synonyms for INTENSITY: enthusiasm, emotion, intenseness, warmth, passionateness, passion, violence, fervor; Antonyms of INTENSITY: insensitivity, impassivity, impassiveness, dryness, insensibility, insensitiveness, composure, calmness
Intensity is the degree, volume, or magnitude of a thing, such as fire, emotion, weather, work, or passion. Intensity is a word sometimes associated with passion, fire, and violence. It's used when discussing the level of such things as a love affair or, perhaps, a flame.
Definition of intensity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
3 days ago · noun Word forms: plural -ties. 1. the state or quality of being intense. 2. extreme force, degree, or amount. 3. physics. a. a measure of field strength or of the energy transmitted by radiation. See radiant intensity, luminous intensity.
