tensions

Meanings

• Noun

  A state of psychological or emotional strain or suspense, especially following a conflict or argument.

  - "The tension between the two siblings was palpable during the family reunion."
  - "The negotiation team felt the tension building as the deadline for a deal approached."

• Noun

  A state of nervous apprehension or anxiety.

  - "The athlete felt a great deal of tension before the big race."
  - "The soldier experienced intense tension during combat."

• Noun

  A state of strain or stress in a material or structure.

  - "The bridge was closed due to tension in the cables."
  - "The engineer examined the tension in the material before testing its strength."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with tensions
sensions , repressions , compressions

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Variants

List of all variants of tensions that leads to same result
tension , tensional , tensionless , tensions , tensioned , tensioner , tensioners , tensioning , surface tension , surface tensions

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Forms

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tensions, tension's, tensions's, tensions'

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'tendere', meaning 'to stretch' or 'to stretch out'.

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Trivia

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1. Tension is a common symptom of many mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders and depression.

2. The term 'tension' is also used in physics to describe the force that pulls two objects together.

3. The word 'tension' is often used metaphorically to describe relationships between people or groups.

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Related Concepts

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1. Stress: Tension is a type of stress that can be emotional, psychological, or physical.

2. Anxiety: Tension is a common symptom of anxiety.

3. Suspense: Tension creates a sense of suspense and anticipation.

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Culture

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In literature, tension is often used to create suspense and keep readers engaged. In art, tension can be used to create a sense of balance or instability. In music, tension is used to create anticipation and resolve through the use of chords and harmonies.

How to Memorize "tensions"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a rubber band being stretched. This is a visual representation of tension.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tension' with the feeling of being on edge or under pressure.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Tensions are a sign of life' to remember the definition.

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