Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Tensing.
Tensing - as an adjective
Tensing - as a noun
A grammatical category of verbs used to express distinctions of time
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grammatical categorysyntactic categoryHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Tensing - as a verb
Become stretched or tense or taut
Example: "The bodybuilder's neck muscles tensed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strainIncrease the tension on
Example: "Alternately relax and tense your calf muscle"
Example Sentences
"His tensing muscles indicated his nervousness."
"She had a tensing grip on the steering wheel."
"The tensing atmosphere made everyone uneasy."
"The doctor explained the purpose of the tensing exercises."
"His tensing jaw revealed his anger."
Word Game Points
Is TENSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tensing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TENSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is TENSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tensing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTENSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is TENSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tensing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTENSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
