intensive
Translation
concentrated, thorough, in-depth
Examples
He is receiving intensive care in hospital.
He is receiving intensive care in hospital.
It was an intensive two-week course.
It was an intensive two-week course.
Grammar Patterns
an intensive ((noun)) It was an intensive two-week course.
Similar Words
Synonyms: concentrated, thorough, in-depth; Antonyms: superficial, cursory
Etymology
From Latin 'intensivus', from 'intendere' (to stretch out). Meaning concentrated on a single area or subject.
Memory Tips
Think of 'intensive care' in a hospital – it's highly concentrated care. An 'intensive' course is a concentrated course.