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A2 — Elementaryadjective

intenso

intense, deep, strong

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

forteprofondoacutovigorosoconcentrato

Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)

deboleleggerosuperficialetenueblando

Usage note

'Profondo' refers to depth of feeling. 'Acuto' suggests sharpness or keenness. 'Intenso' is versatile: it describes flavour, emotion, light, or activity.

Example

"Ha vissuto una settimana intensa tra impegni di lavoro e famiglia."

"She had an intense week between work and family commitments."

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