Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Intense

Moderate

The most appropriate antonym of the given word "intense" is moderate.

• Intense means "very strong, powerful, or concentrated."
• Moderate means "average, ordinary, or not extreme."

The other words do not have the same meaning as moderate.

• Thrifty means "careful with money or resources."
• Stately means "dignified and impressive in appearance or manner."
• Lavish means "extremely generous or luxurious."