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1. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense.
Synonyms
Etymology
- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)
2. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] the physical condition of being stretched or strained.
Etymology
- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)
3. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature).
Synonyms
Etymology
- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)
4. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)
5. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount.
Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high').
Synonyms
Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
7. high
adverb. ['ˈhaɪ'] at a great altitude.
Synonyms
Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] standing above others in quality or position.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))