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SUSPENSE

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Suspense.

How to pronounce suspense:

US

Suspense - as a noun

Apprehension about what is going to happen

An uncertain cognitive state

Example: "The matter remained in suspense for several years"

Excited anticipation of an approaching climax

Example: "The play kept the audience in suspense"

Suspense - as an adjective

Held or lifted up; held or prevented from proceeding.

Expressing, or proceeding from, suspense or doubt.

Example Sentences

"The suspense in the movie had everyone on the edge of their seats."
"The author masterfully built suspense throughout the novel."
"There was a sense of suspense as they waited for the test results."
"The suspenseful music added to the overall suspense of the scene."
"The suspense in the air was palpable as they prepared for the final match."
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Word Game Points

Is SUSPENSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, suspense is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUSPENSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SUSPENSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, suspense is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUSPENSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SUSPENSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, suspense is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUSPENSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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