Intenser: meaning, definitions and examples

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intenser

 

[ ɪnˈtɛnsər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

degree of something

Intenser is a comparative form of the adjective 'intense,' used to describe something that is stronger, more powerful, or more extreme than another thing. It can refer to flavors, colors, emotions, or experiences that are heightened compared to others. The word implies a notable increase in the characteristics being compared, often suggesting a more profound impact or effect.

Synonyms

more extreme, more powerful, stronger

Examples of usage

  • The storm became intenser as the night progressed.
  • Her feelings for him grew intenser over time.
  • The flavors in this dish are intenser than in the previous recipe.

Translations

Translations of the word "intenser" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intensificador

🇮🇳 तीव्रता

🇩🇪 Intensivator

🇮🇩 penguat

🇺🇦 інтенсифікатор

🇵🇱 intensyfikator

🇯🇵 インテンシファー

🇫🇷 intensificateur

🇪🇸 intensificador

🇹🇷 yoğunlaştırıcı

🇰🇷 강화기

🇸🇦 مُكَثِّف

🇨🇿 intenzifikátor

🇸🇰 intenzifikátor

🇨🇳 增强剂

🇸🇮 intenzifikator

🇮🇸 þéttari

🇰🇿 интенсивті

🇬🇪 ინტენსიფიკატორი

🇦🇿 intensifikator

🇲🇽 intensificador

Etymology

The word 'intense' comes from the Latin 'intensus,' meaning 'stretched out' or 'strained,' which is derived from 'intendere,' meaning to 'stretch out' or 'to direct.' The '-er' suffix is used in English to form the comparative degree of adjectives. This structure allows speakers to indicate that something is more intense than another thing. The evolution of the word reflects a broader tendency in the English language to adapt and modify Latin roots while creating new forms to express comparison.