intensive
adjective/ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
Frequency rank: #3,909 most common English word
Meaning
involving a lot of effort or activity concentrated in a short time
Example sentence
The students completed the two-week intensive training program before starting their new jobs.
Synonyms & related words
- rigorous
- concentrated
- demanding
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