TENSION Synonyms
There are 14 synonyms of the word
tension.
(exact relations)
There are 20 hypernyms of the word tension. (close relations)
There are 20 hypernyms of the word tension. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for TENSION
| Rank | Word | Save? | More Syns.. | Usage | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | stress | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 2 | anxiety | nounn | ||||
| 3 | apprehension | nounn | ||||
| 4 | edginess | nounn | ||||
| 5 | nerves | nounn | ||||
| 6 | pressure | nounn | ||||
| 7 | restlessness | nounn | ||||
| 8 | strain | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 9 | unease | nounn | ||||
| 10 | worry | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 11 | tenseness | nounn | ||||
| 12 | tautness | nounn | ||||
| 13 | tensity | nounn | ||||
| 14 | latent hostility | nounn |
Best Hypernyms For TENSION
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
tension, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (18)
strain
stress
antagonism
anxiety
apprehension
balance
condition
edginess
enmity
hostility
nervousness
pressure
restlessness
status
stretching
unease
uneasiness
worry
Phrases (2)
mental strainnervous strain
