Tenser: meaning, definitions and examples
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tenser
[ หtษnsษr ]
emotional state
The term 'tenser' is the comparative form of the adjective 'tense', which describes a state of emotional or mental strain or anxiety. When someone is described as tenser, it indicates that their level of stress or anxiety is greater in comparison to another time or to another person. This can be used in various contexts, such as during a stressful event or when discussing someone's feelings in a high-pressure situation. Being tenser can affect one's ability to think clearly or act calmly.
Synonyms
more anxious, more strained, more stressed.
Examples of usage
- She seemed tenser than usual before the meeting.
- The atmosphere became tenser as the deadline approached.
- He felt tenser after hearing the bad news.
Translations
Translations of the word "tenser" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tensores
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคจเฅเคธเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Tensor
๐ฎ๐ฉ tenser
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตะฝะทะพั
๐ต๐ฑ tensor
๐ฏ๐ต ใใณใฝใซ
๐ซ๐ท tenseur
๐ช๐ธ tensor
๐น๐ท tenser
๐ฐ๐ท ํ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุชุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ tenzor
๐ธ๐ฐ tenzor
๐จ๐ณ ๅผ ้
๐ธ๐ฎ tenzor
๐ฎ๐ธ tensor
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะฝะทะพั
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแแกแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tenzor
๐ฒ๐ฝ tensor
Etymology
The adjective 'tense' originates from the Latin word 'tensus', which means 'stretched' or 'taut'. This Latin term itself is derived from the verb 'tendere', meaning 'to stretch'. The evolution of the word occurred as it moved through Old French into Middle English, where it started to take on meanings related to anxiety and emotional strain. The comparative form 'tenser' emerged as a natural progression in describing increased levels of tension. Over time, 'tense' has been used in various contexts, from physical states to emotional experiences, solidifying its place in the English language as a term that conveys discomfort or stress. This evolution highlights the fluid nature of language and how meanings can shift based on cultural and social contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #39,756, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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