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intense

adj in·tense \in-ˈten(t)s\

Medical Definition of INTENSE

1
a :  existing in an extreme degree <intense anxiety> b :  extremely marked or pronounced <a neurodermatitis with intense itching and burning of the skin—H. G. Armstrong> c :  very large or considerable <intense radiation>
2
a :  feeling deeply especially by nature or temperament b :  deeply felt <intense emotions>
in·tense·ly adverb

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