tensions (Meaning)
tensions
a state of unfriendliness between individuals or groups, the act or action of stretching or the condition or degree of being stretched to stiffness, a device to produce a desired tension (as in a loom), stress sense 1b, a state of latent hostility or opposition between individuals or groups, to subject to tension, partial pressure, either of two balancing forces causing or tending to cause extension, a state of mental unrest that is often accompanied by physical signs (as perspiring) of emotion, to tighten to a desired or appropriate degree, stress entry 1 sense 1c, the stress resulting from the elongation of an elastic body, inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion, a balance maintained in an artistic work between opposing forces or elements
Synonyms & Antonyms of tensions
tensions Sentence Examples
- Political tensions between the two nations were escalating rapidly.
- The party whip struggled to ease tensions within the caucus.
- The workplace was filled with tensions as deadlines approached.
- The relationship between the couple was strained with underlying tensions.
- The tense atmosphere at the meeting made it difficult for constructive discussions.
- The announcement of the merger sent shockwaves through the company, raising tensions among employees.
- The global economic crisis created social and financial tensions in many countries.
- The tensions between the two factions within the organization threatened to derail progress.
- The discovery of a discrepancy in the accounts caused a rise in tensions between colleagues.
- The border guards were on high alert due to heightened tensions between neighboring countries.
FAQs About the word tensions
a state of unfriendliness between individuals or groups, the act or action of stretching or the condition or degree of being stretched to stiffness, a device to
stresses,pressures, strains, concerns, anxieties,worries, weights, persecutions, troubles, angers
comforts,consolations,
Political tensions between the two nations were escalating rapidly.
The party whip struggled to ease tensions within the caucus.
The workplace was filled with tensions as deadlines approached.
The relationship between the couple was strained with underlying tensions.
