Skip to content

What is another word for Tension? – 167 Tension Synonyms

    Need another word for Tension? Use these synonyms of Tension from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    anxiety stress strain pressure unease apprehension fear nervousness apprehensiveness uneasiness discomfort distress discomfort tightness tautness rigidity inflexibility stiffness constraint repression inhibition restriction limitation hindrance obstacle difficulty challenge problem trouble worry concern disquiet disquietude inquietude misgiving doubt skepticism mistrust wariness cautiousness vigilance alertness watchfulness.

    Meaning of Tension

    A state of mental or emotional strain or anxiety.

    Definitions

    • A state of mental or emotional strain or anxiety, or a state of heightened alertness or sensitivity.
    • A force that stretches or pulls something apart, or a part of a system, especially an electrical circuit, that is under strain.
    • A relationship between two or more people or groups that is characterized by a lack of harmony or agreement.

    Etymology of Tension

    The word "tension" originates from the Latin "tensio", which is derived from "tendere", meaning "to stretch".
    Historically, the word has been used to describe physical forces, such as the tension in a stretched string or the tension in a muscle.
    Over time, the word has also been used to describe emotional or mental states, such as anxiety or stress.

    Example Uses

    • The tension in the room was palpable as the two colleagues argued.
    • She felt a sense of tension in her shoulders after a long day of work.
    • The tension between the two countries has been escalating for months.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    calmness serenity tranquility peacefulness relaxation ease comfort contentment happiness cheerfulness optimism confidence certainty security stability harmony agreement unity cooperation friendship affection warmth gentleness softness flexibility pliability adaptability freedom release liberation.

    Related Nouns

    stress anxiety fear pressure strain unease discomfort distress constraint repression inhibition restriction limitation hindrance obstacle difficulty challenge problem trouble worry concern disquiet misgiving doubt skepticism mistrust wariness cautiousness vigilance alertness watchfulness nervousness apprehension.

    Related Verbs

    stretch strain tighten tense relax ease calm soothe comfort reassure alleviate reduce decrease diminish lessen minimize mitigate moderate temper soften flex yield submit surrender give release liberate free.

    Related Adjectives

    anxious fearful nervous apprehensive uneasy uncomfortable distressed constrained repressed inhibited restricted limited hindered obstructed difficult challenging troublesome worrisome concerning disquieting doubting skeptical mistrustful wary cautious vigilant alert watchful tense taut rigid stiff inflexible.