Definition of tenseness

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • tenseness is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • tenseness is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • tenseness is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of tenseness


  • the physical condition of being stretched or strained (noun)

    Examples

    1. he could feel the tenseness of her body

    Synonyms

    1. tautness
    2. tension
    3. tensity
  • (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. stress
    2. tension

See definition of tenseness in Merriam Webster