intensive (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtensɪv/
Definition
Involving or requiring a lot of effort, energy, and focus.
Examples
She completed an intensive course in Spanish over the summer.
The police launched an intensive investigation into the robbery.
He underwent intensive therapy after his accident.
How to Use intensive
- intensive course (collocation)
- A short, highly focused program of study. — "She took an intensive course in photography to improve her skills quickly."
- intensive care (collocation)
- Medical treatment requiring constant monitoring and attention. — "The patient is in intensive care after the car accident."
- intensive investigation (collocation)
- A thorough and detailed examination of a situation or event. — "The police have launched an intensive investigation into the missing person case."
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