INTENSITY Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

intensity

noun

in-ˈten(t)-sə-tē

Definition of intensity

as in enthusiasm

depth of feeling spoke with great intensity and eloquence on the need to combat racism

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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 Playing official, high-intensity games for the national team right now would put his physical health at risk. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2026 Kings general manager Scott Perry and coach Doug Christie spoke highly of Westbrook throughout the season, praising his leadership and intensity. — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The center warned of an increasing risk of wind and wave impacts in the Hawaiian Islands regardless of the exact track and intensity of the system. — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 But if dumbbells aren’t your preferred method of staying fit, a tennis court still carries floodlights of an intensity Los Angeles no longer allows for matches long after dusk. — Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intensity

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Noun

Do not let enthusiasm skip the part where others need a clear role today.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
Or are younger, progressive voters who might be open to democratic socialism being over-sampled due to their very public enthusiasm?

— Chris Brennan, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of enthusiasm

Noun

She’s learned how to channel her competitiveness and aggressiveness in a much better way, a more productive way.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026
If Yesavage can maintain that aggressiveness over the rest of the season, the Jays won’t have to worry about their funky righty.

— Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of aggressiveness

Noun

By identifying exactly what the frustration concerns before reacting, leaders are more likely to channel emotion toward fixing broken systems instead of attacking individuals.

— Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Cognitive behavioral therapy can teach the woman to identify emotions and change thought patterns.

— Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of emotion

Noun

The 29-year-old is probably Spurs’ most threatening player in the box, but is not as accomplished as Solanke in link-up play, a concern given De Zerbi places so much emphasis on contribution to build-up and playmaking.

— Elias Burke, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Today, toilets are often considered a vital part of overall bathroom design, with companies like American Standard putting more emphasis on design elements and color options.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of emphasis

Noun

But this remains a proper place to watch football, full of character and warmth, even when the away support is so small in number that the open end remains closed.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Mercury in Leo and your 1st House of Self sextiles Venus in your 3rd House of Communication, giving your voice warmth, charm, and memorable timing.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of warmth

Noun

The violence is the latest sign of armed groups increasingly targeting cities and urban centers in Africa's Sahel region.

— CBS News, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Magneto’s methods of fighting violence with violence may have sometimes been unscrupulous, but his ideology was always compelling, to X-Men members and viewers alike.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026

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