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- Dictionaryten·sion/ˈtenSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. the state of being stretched tight: "the parachute keeps the cable under tension as it drops" Similar Opposite
- 2. mental or emotional strain: "a mind that is affected by stress or tension cannot think as clearly" Similar Opposite
verb
- 1. apply a force to (something) which tends to stretch it: "it is best to insert the battens before the outhaul is tensioned"
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1. a. : inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion. b. : a state of latent hostility or opposition between individuals or groups. c. : a balance maintained in an artistic work between opposing forces or elements. 2. a.
TENSION definition: 1. a feeling of nervousness before an important or difficult event: 2. a feeling of fear or anger…. Learn more.
TENSION meaning: 1. a feeling of nervousness before an important or difficult event: 2. a feeling of fear or anger…. Learn more.
Tension is a feeling of fear or nervousness produced before a difficult, dangerous, or important event.
noun. the act of stretching or straining. the state of being stretched or strained. mental or emotional strain; intense, suppressed suspense, anxiety, or excitement. a strained relationship between individuals, groups, nations, etc. (not in current use) pressure, especially of a vapor. Mechanics.
The noun tension has its Latin roots in tendere, which means to stretch, and tension occurs when something is stretched either physically or emotionally. Strained relations between countries can cause political tensions to rise. You can add tension to a rubber band by stretching it tight.
/ˈtenʃn/ [uncountable, countable, usually plural] a situation in which people do not trust each other, or feel unfriendly towards each other, and that may cause them to attack each other. There is mounting tension along the border. international/racial/political tensions. Family tensions and conflicts may lead to violence.
1. a. The act or process of stretching something tight. b. The condition of so being stretched; tautness. 2. a. A force tending to stretch or elongate something. b. A measure of such a force: a tension on the cable of 50 pounds. 3. a. Mental, emotional, or nervous strain: working under great tension to make a deadline. b.
tension a feeling of anxiety and stress that makes it impossible to relax: nervous tension strain pressure on someone because they have too much to do or manage; the problems, worry, or anxiety that this produces: I found it a strain staying home with four children.
TENSION meaning: 1. a feeling of fear or anger between two groups of people who do not trust each other: 2. a…. Learn more.
