Extreme in degree; excessive; immoderate; as: (a) Ardent;
   fervent; as, intense heat. (b) Keen; biting; as, intense cold. (c)
   Vehement; earnest; exceedingly strong; as, intense passion or hate. (d)
   Very severe; violent; as, intense pain or anguish. (e) Deep; strong;
   brilliant; as, intense color or light.