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tension

Definition for tension

noun as in tightness

Strongest matches

pressure, strain, stress

Strong matches

balance, constriction, force, rigidity, stiffness, straining, stretching, tautness, tenseness, tensity

Weak match

astriction

noun as in mental stress

Strongest matches

anxiety, apprehension, concern, discomfort, hostility, jitters, nervousness, pressure, strain, suspense, unease, worry

Strong matches

agitation, brunt, disquiet, edginess, jumps, nerves, restlessness, shakes, uneasiness, worriment

Weak matches

ants in pants, antsiness, bad feeling, nail-biting, pins and needles

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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