Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Tenseness.
Tenseness - as a noun
The physical condition of being stretched or strained
Example: "It places great tension on the leg muscles"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tautnesstensiontensityHypernyms (Closely Related)
conditionstatusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
Example: "He suffered from fatigue and emotional tension"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stresstensionHypernyms (Closely Related)
mental strainnervous strainstrainHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The tenseness in the room was palpable as the two leaders prepared to negotiate."
"She felt a sense of tenseness in her shoulders as she waited for the results."
"The performer's voice quivered with tenseness as he sang the emotional ballad."
"I could sense the tenseness between the two friends after their argument."
"His clenched fists and furrowed brows showed the tenseness he was feeling."
Word Game Points
Is TENSENESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tenseness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TENSENESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is TENSENESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tenseness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTENSENESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is TENSENESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tenseness is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTENSENESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
