Definition of intensity

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pl. in·ten·si·ties

Exceptionally great concentration, power, or force.
Physics The amount or degree of strength of electricity, light, heat, or sound per unit area or volume.
1. The strength of a color, especially the degree to which it lacks its complementary color.
2. See saturation.

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