intensity
gb/ɪntˈɛnsɪti/ us/ɪntˈɛnsɪti/
B1
English
~ 6500
intenzitás, erősség, hevesség, edzés intenzitása, edzésintenzitás, besugárzási teljesítménysűrűség, irradiancia
NOUN
B2
1
Usage pattern:
the intensity of [feeling/quality/activity]
The intensity of her anger surprised everyone in the room.
Haragjának hevessége mindenkit meglepett a szobában.
As the deadline approached, the intensity of the negotiations increased.
A határidő közeledtével a tárgyalások intenzitása fokozódott.
He speaks with such intensity that people cannot help but listen.
The movie’s emotional intensity left the audience in silence.
They were unprepared for the intensity of the winter storm.
Learner examples
The intensity of the heat made it hard to work.
A hőség erőssége miatt nehéz volt dolgozni.
She did not expect the intensity of her sadness.
Nem számított rá, hogy ilyen erős lesz a szomorúsága.
The argument rose in intensity as they both shouted.
I was nervous because I felt the intensity of the exam pressure.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "intensity" with "tension". "Intensity" describes how strong a feeling, quality, or situation is, while "tension" is stress or nervousness between people or in a situation.
Meaning
strength or extreme degree of something
Collocations
emotional intensity
|the intensity of his feelings
|the intensity of the debate
|with great intensity
|a new level of intensity
Synonyms
strength (A general word for how strong something is; less emotional and dramatic than "intensity".)
|
fervor (Suggests very strong and passionate feelings, often about beliefs; more formal than "intensity".)
Antonyms
mildness (Suggests a soft or gentle degree of a feeling or quality, the opposite of something intense.)
Themes
emotions
|general
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
How strong or extreme something is, especially a feeling or situation.
The quality of being very strong, extreme, or deep in degree, especially about feelings, qualities, or situations.
NOUN
B2
2
erősség
A2
intenzitás
B2
Usage pattern:
the intensity of [light/color/sound]
The intensity of the sunlight made it difficult to see the screen.
A napfény erőssége miatt nehéz volt látni a képernyőt.
You can change the intensity of the lamp using this dial.
Ezzel a tekerőgombbal változtathatod a lámpa fényerejét.
The siren’s intensity was so high that people covered their ears.
Artists often play with color intensity to create mood.
As the storm moved away, the intensity of the thunder gradually decreased.
Learner examples
The intensity of the light hurt my eyes.
A fény erőssége bántotta a szememet.
We lowered the intensity of the music.
Lejjebb vettük a zene hangerejét.
The color changes in intensity when it gets dark.
You can control the intensity of the lamp with a switch.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse "brightness" and say "the brightness of the sound". Use "intensity" or "loudness" for sound, and "brightness" mainly for light.
Meaning
strength of light, color, or sound
Collocations
light intensity
|sound intensity
|color intensity
|adjust the intensity
|varying in intensity
Synonyms
brightness (Used mainly for light; does not normally refer to sound, while "intensity" can.)
|
loudness (Used specifically for sound; "intensity" is more general and can be more technical.)
Antonyms
dimness (Refers to low light level, opposite of strong light intensity.)
Themes
science
|technology
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
How bright a light is, how strong a color looks, or how loud a sound is.
The level of strength or power of light, color, or sound as it is experienced or measured.
NOUN
B1
3
Usage pattern:
[low/high] intensity [exercise/activity/workout]
You should increase the intensity of your workouts slowly to avoid injury.
A sérülés elkerülése érdekében lassan növeld az edzéseid intenzitását.
This class is designed for people who prefer low-intensity exercise.
Ez az óra azoknak szól, akik az alacsony intenzitású mozgást kedvelik.
Athletes carefully plan the intensity of their training sessions.
The match was played at a high intensity from start to finish.
Monitoring heart rate is one way to measure exercise intensity.
Learner examples
I started with low-intensity exercise after my injury.
A sérülésem után alacsony intenzitású mozgással kezdtem.
This is a high-intensity workout, so drink water.
Ez nagy intenzitású edzés, ezért igyál vizet.
We changed the intensity of the training this week.
Walk at a moderate intensity for thirty minutes.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say "hard level" or "strong level" instead of using "intensity" to describe how difficult exercise feels. Use phrases like "high intensity" or "low intensity" for workouts.
Meaning
level of physical effort
Collocations
high-intensity workout
|low-intensity exercise
|moderate intensity
|exercise intensity
|training intensity
Synonyms
effort (A general word for how hard you try; does not specifically mean exercise level like "intensity" often does.)
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pace (Focuses on speed or rate rather than overall effort, but often overlaps with physical intensity.)
Antonyms
gentleness (Suggests soft, easy movement or exercise, the opposite of high intensity.)
Themes
health
|sports
|fitness
Definition
How hard your body works when you exercise or do physical activity.
The level of effort or energy used in physical exercise or activity, often described as low, moderate, or high.
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
4
Usage pattern:
the intensity of [radiation/field/beam]
The intensity of the laser beam must be reduced for safety reasons.
Biztonsági okokból csökkenteni kell a lézernyaláb intenzitását.
According to the inverse-square law, light intensity decreases with the square of the distance.
A fordított négyzetes törvény szerint a fény intenzitása a távolság négyzetével fordítottan arányosan csökken.
They measured the intensity of the radiation emitted from the source.
Signal intensity was too low to produce a clear image.
The graph shows how the sound intensity changes over time.
Learner examples
The intensity of the light falls as you move away.
A fény intenzitása csökken, ahogy távolodsz.
Scientists measured the intensity of the X-rays.
A tudósok megmérték a röntgensugárzás intenzitását.
The sound intensity is highest near the speaker.
We studied how intensity changes with distance.
Common mistake:
Learners may mix the everyday meaning of "intensity" with the strict physical definition. In physics, intensity usually includes the idea of power per unit area, not just "strong" or "weak" in a general sense.
Meaning
power per area of radiation
Collocations
radiation intensity
|light intensity distribution
|electric field intensity
|intensity of the beam
|intensity of the signal
Synonyms
power density (A more technical term used in physics and engineering; usually interchangeable in strict scientific contexts.)
Antonyms
attenuation (Refers to the reduction in intensity as a wave travels through a medium, so it describes an opposite process.)
Themes
science
|physics
|engineering
Definition
In physics, how much power or energy passes through a certain area in a certain time, for example in a beam of light or sound.
In physics, the power carried by waves or radiation per unit area, usually measured perpendicular to the direction of energy flow.
Grammar
Dictionary form
intensity
IPA
GB/ɪntˈɛnsɪti/
US/ɪntˈɛnsɪti/
Syllables & stress
in - tens - ity (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (tens)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: intensity
- Plural: intensities, intensity
Word family
Expressions
at full intensity
1/ˈæt fˈʊl ɪntˈɛnsɪti/
fixed phrase
at the maximum level of strength
Working or happening at the highest possible level of strength or effort.
Examples
- The heater has been running at full intensity all night.
- The team played at full intensity from the first minute.
- You should not train at full intensity every single day.
build up in intensity
1/bˈɪld ˈʌp ˈɪn ɪntˈɛnsɪti/
fixed phrase
become gradually more intense
To slowly become stronger or more extreme.
Examples
- The music began softly and then built up in intensity.
- The pain built up in intensity until he had to lie down.
- As the storm approached, the wind built up in intensity.
high-intensity interval training
1/hˈaɪ ɪntˈɛnsɪti ˈɪntɚvəl tɹˈeɪnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
workout of very hard intervals
A kind of workout where you do very hard exercise for a short time, then rest or go easier, and repeat this several times.
Examples
- High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, is popular because it saves time.
- She does high-intensity interval training three times a week at the gym.
- High-intensity interval training can be changed for different fitness levels.
high-intensity training
1/hˈaɪ ɪntˈɛnsɪti tɹˈeɪnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
exercise done with very hard effort
Exercise or sports training where you work your body very hard.
Examples
- High-intensity training can improve fitness in a short amount of time.
- If you are new to exercise, do not start with high-intensity training every day.
- Many athletes mix high-intensity training with rest days to avoid injury.
low-intensity exercise
1/lˈoʊ ɪntˈɛnsɪti ˈɛksɚsˌaɪz/
fixed phrase
exercise done with gentle effort
Exercise that does not make your heart beat very fast or make you very tired, like slow walking or easy cycling.
Examples
- Low-intensity exercise is recommended for people recovering from illness.
- A long, low-intensity walk can still help you burn calories.
- He prefers low-intensity exercise, such as yoga and stretching.