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tenseness

ten·se·ness

uncommon

noun

1.

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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2.

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

  • “he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension”
  • “stress is a vasoconstrictor”
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Origin

From tense + -ness.

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