intenseness

noun

Definition of intensenessnext
1
as in intensity
depth of feeling she presents her religious convictions with an intenseness that makes some people uncomfortable

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2
as in aggressiveness
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression) every challenge that he undertakes is tackled with an intenseness that would exhaust most people

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  1. intensity
  2. emotion
  3. enthusiasm
  4. warmth
Noun
  • The bright orange-and-red water spouts off the cliff with the visual intensity of a raging forest fire.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • High intensity activities mean fit and brightness are super important.
    Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of intensity
Noun
  • Helping the client recognize their mental anchors, how emotions color decisions and their biases is a great place to start for building their decision-making competence.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • All of these things dictate her physicality and her emotions.
    Radhika Seth, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of emotion
Noun
  • After a standoff between Indian and Chinese troops on the border in 2017, New Delhi moved to revive the Quad despite not showing much enthusiasm when the partnership was founded in 2007.
    Harsh V. Pant, Foreign Affairs, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Despite meeting more than 10 external leaders, the CEO ultimately promoted their operations director due to a long-standing, trusting relationship and the internal candidate’s sincere enthusiasm for the role.
    Gina Riley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of enthusiasm
Noun
  • Soundscapes and crystal chimes are used throughout to evoke the warmth of a celebratory toast while also mimicking the festive energy of a party.
    Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Copy the queen of the reaction image by wearing it as a standalone top with jeans, or layer it over T-shirts and sweaters for extra warmth.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of warmth
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intensely

intenseness

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