tension

noun

1
the action of stretching something tight
tension holds the belt in the pulleys
2
(physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body
the direction of maximum tension moves asymptotically toward the direction of the shear
3
feelings of hostility that are not manifest
he could sense her latent hostility to him
the diplomats' first concern was to reduce international tensions
4
a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature)
there is a tension created between narrative time and movie time
there is a tension between these approaches to understanding history
5
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension
stress is a vasoconstrictor
6
the physical condition of being stretched or strained
it places great tension on the leg muscles
he could feel the tenseness of her body

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