TENSENESS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense

Example: he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension; stress is a vasoconstrictor

Part of speech: Noun

the physical condition of being stretched or strained

Example: it places great tension on the leg muscles; he could feel the tenseness of her body

tense – A related word in the same word family.

ness – A related word in the same word family.

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