Antonyms for in tensive


Grammar : Adj
Spell : in-ten-siv
Phonetic Transcription : ɪnˈtɛn sɪv


Definition of in tensive

Origin :
  • mid-15c., from French intensif (14c.), from Latin intens-, past participle stem of intendere (see intend). As a noun, 1813, from the adjective. Alternative intensitive is a malformation. Intensive care attested from 1958. Related: Intensively.
  • As in intense : adj forceful, severe; passionate
  • As in intensive : adj exhaustive
  • As in thorough/thoroughgoing : adj exhaustive
  • As in thorough : adj all-encompassing
  • As in heightened : adj heavy
  • As in thoroughpaced : adj thorough
  • As in concentrated : adj intense
  • As in exhaustive : adj all-inclusive, complete

Synonyms for in tensive

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