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Term: Intensely

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In a highly concentrated or strongly emotional manner.

Example sentence: She stared intensely at the painting, captivated by its vibrant colors.

Sense 2:

Definition: To an extreme degree; with great force or intensity.

Example sentence: The storm raged intensely, with thunder shaking the windows and rain pouring down.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Characterized by strong emotions or extreme actions.

Example sentence: The intensely competitive athlete trained for hours every day to reach the top.

Sense 2:

Definition: Having a high level of concentration or focus.

Example sentence: The intensely focused student aced every exam.

Part of Speech: Verb (Past Simple)

Sense 1:

Definition: To make something more intense or increase its degree.

Example sentence: The singer's performance intensely impressed the audience, leaving them in awe.

Sense 2:

Definition: To involve someone deeply in an activity or situation.

Example sentence: The novel's gripping plot intensely engaged the readers until the very end.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Local Usage:

Definition: Used in specific regions or dialects.

Example sentence: The word "intensely" is commonly used in local dialects of the southern region.