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tension

/ˈtenʃn/
ten · sion ˈten · ʃn
English Definition
n. mental strain; tightness
中文释义
紧张，拉力
Significado en Español
tensión
한국어 뜻
긴장, 장력
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
căng thẳng, lực căng
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Example Sentence

There was tension in the room.

房间里气氛紧张。

Synonyms
stress pressure
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
tens(pull tight)+ion
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the synonym for the word “tension” as used in the sentence: There was a palpable tension in the room before the announcement was made.

  1. A Relaxation
  2. B Excitement
  3. C Strain
  4. D Joy
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C — Strain. “tension” means n. mental strain; tightness

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

You could feel the ______ in the room as the results were announced.

  1. A calmness
  2. B comfort
  3. C ease
  4. D tension
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D — tension. “tension” means n. mental strain; tightness

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Common questions about “tension”

What does “tension” mean?

tension — n. mental strain; tightness. In Chinese: 紧张，拉力.

How do you pronounce “tension”?

tension is pronounced /ˈtenʃn/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ten · sion.

How do you use “tension” in a sentence?

There was tension in the room. (房间里气氛紧张。)

What are synonyms for “tension”?

stress, pressure — all close in meaning to tension (n. mental strain; tightness).

Is “tension” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. tension appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “tension”?

tens(pull tight)+ion

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