Intensive

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

Intensive (adjective)

  1. Involving a lot of effort or energy in a short time.
  2. Involving a high level of concentration or focus.
  3. Using a lot of resources like labor or chemicals to increase production.

Examples

  • The training program was intensive and required full commitment.
  • She completed an intensive study session before the exam.

Common collocations: intensive training, intensive effort, intensive study, intensive course, intensive program

Synonyms of Intensive

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Intensive

  • — describing lack of depth or thoroughness
  • — describing the least amount of effort or focus