Synonyms for Intense
Definition of intense
adjective
- possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree; "intense heat"; "intense anxiety"; "intense desire"; "intense emotion"; "the skunk's intense acrid odor"; "intense pain"; "enemy fire was intense"
- extremely sharp or intense; "acute pain"; "felt acute annoyance"; "intense itching and burning"
- (of color) having the highest saturation; "vivid green"; "intense blue"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "intense"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like acute, aggravated, bad can replace "intense" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "intense" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Intense" in song lyrics
See how intense is used in real songs:
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"it's tempting the sexual tension is intense"
Apathy — Know What You Want -
"Which means I inflict pain that's intense"
Blakroc (The Black Keys) f/ Pharoahe Monch, RZA — Dollaz & Sense -
"The way you make me feel inside is so intense"
Boogie Boys — I'm Comin'