Dictionary Check: tenseness

"tenseness" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 11 points

Definition

noun

the physical condition of being stretched or strained

Example: "it places great tension on the leg muscles"
noun

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

Example: "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension"
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