What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cool present for one getting passionate (7)" mean?

The definition is "passionate". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym="cool – trendy") + TENSE (synonym="present, for one") = INTENSE; definition: "passionate" The answer is INTENSE.

Cool present for one getting passionate (7)

Times Cryptic #28664 | 20 Down | 2023-07-25 flower

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