Intensive

Definition

Concentrated on a single area or subject or into a short time; giving force or emphasis.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
• Respelling: in-TEN-siv (with "in" as in "tin," "TEN" as in "pen," and "siv" as in "give")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
• Respelling: in-TEN-siv (with "in" as in "tin," "TEN" as in "pen," and "siv" as in "give")

In both dialects, "intensive" places the primary stress on the second syllable, "TEN." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "in-TEN-siv."

Etymology

Originates from the Latin word intensus, meaning "intense", which is the past participle of intendere meaning "to stretch out".

Derivatives

• Intensively (adverb)
• Intensiveness (noun)
• Intensify (verb)
• Intensification (noun)
• Intensity (noun)

Synonyms

• Concentrated
• Rigorous
• In-depth

Antonyms

• Relaxed
• General
• Mild

Usage

"Intensive" is used to describe activities or processes that require a high level of effort, focus, or resources. It is commonly applied in contexts such as education, agriculture, training, and medical care.

Related Terms

• Deep
• Focused
• Thorough
• Exhaustive
• Comprehensive

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Intensive (Adjective, General): Involving or requiring a high degree of effort, concentration, or application.
  • Example: "The intensive training program prepared the athletes for the competition."

• Intensive (Adjective, Agriculture): Pertaining to a type of farming that aims to produce the maximum yield from a small area of land through high levels of input and labor.
  • Example: "Intensive farming techniques have increased crop yields significantly."

• Intensive (Adjective, Medicine): Relating to or providing intensive care, which involves close monitoring and support for patients with severe or life-threatening conditions.
  • Example: "The patient was admitted to the intensive care unit after the surgery."

Note: The term "intensive" can relate to various fields from linguistics to agriculture, signifying a deep or thorough approach or characteristic.