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dense
01
containing plenty of things or people in a small space
Example
The dense forest was difficult to navigate due to the thick undergrowth.
The city has a dense population, with people living closely together.
02
thick or heavy in a chemical context
Example
Carbon dioxide is considered a dense gas compared to oxygen.
The dense foam in the mattress provides excellent support.
03
slow to grasp or understand information
Example
Sarah is well-versed in literature, but she can be dense when it comes to understanding advanced mathematical concepts.
The student, though diligent, sometimes comes across as dense in grasping the nuances of philosophical discussions.
04
(of a text) hard to understand due to complexity or being packed with ideas
Example
The book was so dense that I had to read it twice.
Her writing can be dense, making it tough to follow.
