Adjectives of Value and Significance - Adjectives of High Intensity

These adjectives describe the presence of strong or heightened qualities, emphasizing a significant degree or impact of a particular emotion, or action.

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intense [adjective]

very extreme or great

Ex: The movie 's intense action scenes kept viewers on the edge of their seats .

absolute [adjective]

complete and total, with no imperfections or exceptions

Ex: Figure skaters strive for an absolute flawless technical execution without a single missed step .

severe [adjective]

very harsh or intense

Ex: The country is facing severe economic problems .

brutal [adjective]

extremely violent and cruel

Ex: The crime scene was a testament to the brutal nature of the crime .

sheer [adjective]

emphasizing the intensity or pureness of a particular quality or emotion

Ex: The sheer beauty of the landscape took their breath away .

relentless [adjective]

(of a person) never stopping or giving up

Ex: Despite the hardships , he remained relentless in his efforts to complete the project on time .

intensive [adjective]

involving a lot of effort, attention, and activity in a short period of time

Ex: The boot camp was known for its intensive physical workouts and strict discipline .

vicious [adjective]

violent and very unkind

Ex: She endured years of vicious bullying at school , leaving her feeling isolated and afraid .

formidable [adjective]

commanding great respect or fear due to having exceptional strength, excellence, or capabilities

Ex: The company 's formidable reputation in the industry ensured its continued success .

stark [adjective]

completely bare or extreme, without any embellishment or disguise

Ex: In the desert , the contrast between the scorching sun and the icy nights was stark .

drastic [adjective]

having a strong or far-reaching effect

Ex: The city implemented drastic measures to reduce pollution , including banning certain vehicles .

outright [adjective]

complete and without any reservation or hesitation

Ex: Her outright refusal to compromise led to a stalemate in the negotiations .

dramatic [adjective]

surprising or exciting in appearance or effect

Ex: Her sudden weight loss was dramatic , leaving friends and family astonished .

ferocious [adjective]

extremely aggressive or intense in appearance or behavior

Ex: Firefighters battled the ferocious wildfire consuming the forest , fueled by high winds and dry conditions .

sweeping [adjective]

wide-ranging or covering a large area or scope

Ex: The city unveiled a sweeping urban redevelopment plan , encompassing improvements to infrastructure , housing , and public spaces .

insurmountable [adjective]

too great to be overcome or dealt with successfully

Ex: The team encountered an insurmountable obstacle when the main source of funding for their project fell through .

utmost [adjective]

signifying the highest degree or level of something

Ex: Their friendship was characterized by the utmost loyalty and trust .

savage [adjective]

wild and violent in nature

Ex: The wildfire caused savage destruction across the region .

cataclysmic [adjective]

causing widespread destruction

Ex: The eruption of the volcano caused cataclysmic damage to the surrounding landscape .

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