1. the quality or state of being intense; extreme strength, force, or concentration

Examples

• The intenseness of her stare made him uncomfortable.
• He was surprised by the intenseness of his emotions.
• The intenseness of the heat made it difficult to work outside.
• She spoke with an intenseness that commanded attention.
• The intenseness of the competition pushed all athletes to their limits.
• The intenseness of the storm forced everyone to stay indoors.