intensive
/ɪnˈtensɪv/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #4330 in the learning path
密集的；强化的
Definitions
adj. involving much work or effort within a short period
密集的；强化的
adj. using large amounts of resources to produce high output
集约的；投入密集的
Example
I took an intensive swimming course during the holidays.
假期里我参加了一个游泳强化课程。
Intensive farming can increase food production, but it may also damage soil quality and reduce biodiversity.
集约化农业可以提高粮食产量，但也可能损害土壤质量并减少生物多样性。
Collocations
- an intensive course
- intensive care
- intensive farming
- labour-intensive production
Word family
- intense (adj.)
- intensively (adv.)
- intensity (n.)
- intensify (v.)
Usage tip
intensive 强调集中投入；intense 强调感受或程度强烈。
FAQ
- What does intensive mean?
- involving much work or effort within a short period using large amounts of resources to produce high output
- How is intensive pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈtensɪv/, US /ɪnˈtensɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
