Synonyms: stress, tenseness, tension
Definition: (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
Usage: he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension; stress is a vasoconstrictor
Similar words: mental strain, nervous strain, strain
Definition: (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress
Usage: his responsibilities were a constant strain; the mental strain of staying alert hour after hour was too much for him
Synonyms: tenseness, tension, tensity, tautness
Definition: the physical condition of being stretched or strained
Usage: it places great tension on the leg muscles; he could feel the tenseness of her body
Similar words: condition, status
Definition: a state at a particular time
Usage: a condition (or state) of disrepair; the current status of the arms negotiations