intensely

Variant of intense

intense definition

in·tense (in tens′)

adjective

  1. occurring or existing in a high degree; very strong; violent, extreme, sharp, vivid, etc. an intense light
  2. strained to the utmost; strenuous; earnest; fervent; zealous intense thought
  3. having or showing strong emotion, firm purpose, great seriousness, etc. an intense person
  4. characterized by much action, emotion, etc.

Etymology: ME < MFr < L intensus, pp. of intendere: see intend

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