intensiver
Translation
more intensive, more intense
Examples
Das Training wurde intensiver.
The training became more intensive.
Wir brauchen eine intensivere Betreuung.
We need more intensive supervision.
Grammar Patterns
((predicative)) predicative use Das Training ist intensiver als früher.
((attributive)) attributive use ein intensiverer Kurs
Similar Words
Synonyms: stärker (stronger), gründlicher (more thorough); Antonyms: schwächer (weaker), oberflächlicher (more superficial)
Etymology
The comparative form of the adjective 'intensiv'. The '-er' suffix is the standard way to form comparatives in German.
Memory Tips
Just like adding '-er' to adjectives in English (e.g., faster, stronger), German does the same. Think 'intensiv + er = more intensive'.