Definition: In a way that shows nervousness or anxiety; with tension or stress.

Example: She waited tensely for the results of the exam.

Definition: The quality of being tense, which can refer to a state of mental or physical strain, or a specific sound quality in language.

Example: The tenseness in her voice indicated that she was nervous about the presentation.

Definition: More tense than something else; having a greater degree of tension.

Example: The atmosphere in the room became tenser as the debate continued.

Definition: The most stretched or tight; having the highest level of tension.

Example: The atmosphere in the room was the tensest it had ever been during the meeting.

Definition: A state of being stretched tight or a feeling of nervousness and anxiety; it can also refer to a situation where there is a conflict or strain between opposing forces or ideas.

Example: There was a lot of tension in the room before the big announcement.

Definition: To make something tight or to put pressure on it.

Example: The mechanic had to tension the cables to ensure they were secure.

Definition: The condition of being stretched tight or under strain; a feeling of nervousness or anxiety.

Example: The tensity in the room was palpable as everyone awaited the announcement.

Definition: Relating to or causing tension or stress in a physical or emotional context.

Example: The tensive muscles in her back made it difficult for her to relax.

Definition: The quality or state of being moderately warm, neither hot nor cold.

Example: The tepidity of the water made it comfortable for swimming.

Definition: The quality of being moderately warm, neither hot nor cold.

Example: The tepidness of the water made it uncomfortable to swim in.

Definition: Causing a lot of fear, alarm, or discomfort; very bad or unpleasant.

Example: The movie was so terrible that I couldn't finish watching it.