Synonyms of intense

34 similar words

Another word for intense is maximum. Other synonyms of intense are extreme, utmost, ultimate, maximal and ferocious.

Synonyms and similar words for intense

maximalLargest, greatest (in magnitude), highest, most.
ultimateBeing the greatest possible; maximum; most extreme.
utmostThe most extreme; greatest, ultimate.
violent
extremeIn the greatest or highest degree; intense.
ferociousExtreme or intense.
exquisite formal
almighty informal
greatest
highest
maximumTo the highest degree.
ragingExtreme; intense.
uttermostExtreme; utmost; of the farthest, greatest, or highest degree.
devilish
excessiveExceeding the usual bounds of something; too much (of amount); extravagant; immoderate.
horrendous informalExtremely bad; awful; terrible.
de trop literaryExcessive or superfluous.
extravagant
immoderateNot moderate; excessive.
intemperate
lavish
obscene
overmuchExcessive.
overweening
over the top
prodigal
undue
unmeasured
unreasonable
unrestrained
wanton
passing literary, rarePre-eminent, excellent, extreme.
nimious obsoleteExcessive; extravagant; inordinate; vexatious.

adjective Of a characteristic: extreme or very high or strong in degree; severe; also, excessive, towering.
adjective Of a thing: possessing some characteristic to an extreme or very high or strong degree.
adjective Of feelings, thoughts, etc.: strongly focused; ardent, deep, earnest, passionate.

What is another word for intense?: Intense has 34 synonyms on Word.ws, such as maximum, extreme, utmost, ultimate, maximal, ferocious, raging and uttermost.
What does intense mean?: Intense means of a characteristic: extreme or very high or strong in degree; severe; also, excessive, towering.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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