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tension

UK
/ˈten.ʃən/
US
/ˈtɛn.ʃən/

Translations

tensionnoun
tensions
pl
The tension in the rope was palpable as it held the weight of the heavy load.
La tension dans la corde était palpable tandis qu’elle retenait le poids de la lourde charge.
tensionAu sens de malaise psychologique ou de relations tendues.
There was a noticeable tension in the room as everyone awaited the results of the election.
Il y avait une tension perceptible dans la pièce tandis que tout le monde attendait les résultats de l’élection.
Additional translations
tensionAu sens de suspense, d’attente anxieuse ou d’effet dramatique.
Synonyms
tensioning
nervousness
anxiety
pressure
stress
strain
tightness
disagreement
conflict
Antonyms
relaxation
peace
calm
tensionverb
tensioned
Past Simple
tensioned
Past Participle
tensioning
Gerund
UK
/ˈten.ʃən/
US
/ˈtɛn.ʃən/
tendreSens technique: rendre quelque chose plus tendu.
The technician tensioned the cables to ensure the bridge was secure.
Le technicien a tendu les câbles pour s’assurer que le pont était stable.
Synonyms
tighten
brace
make tense
draw tight
pull tight
stress (verb)
stiffen
strain
stretch
tauten
tensionadjective
Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "tension spring", "tension headache").
Additional translations
de tensionEmploi technique devant un nom.
Synonyms
tense
taut
strained
edgy
nervous
stressful
tensile
tensional

Definitions

tensionnoun
The state of being stretched tight, especially in a physical context.
The tension in the rope was palpable as it held the weight of the heavy load.
Mental or emotional strain, often resulting from stress or anxiety.
There was a noticeable tension in the room as everyone awaited the results of the election.
A strained relationship between individuals or groups, often due to conflicting interests or opinions.
The tension between the two countries escalated after the trade negotiations broke down.
The degree of tightness or tautness in a material or structure.
The tension of the guitar strings needs to be adjusted to achieve the correct pitch.
A feeling of suspense, excitement, or anxious anticipation produced by a situation, narrative, or piece of music.
Skilled directors know how to sustain tension until the very last scene.
tensionverb
To apply a force to something that stretches it or makes it taut.
The technician tensioned the cables to ensure the bridge was secure.
tensionadjective
Relating to or designed to create tension; used before a noun.
The engineer installed a tension brace to strengthen the frame.
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