Tensed Synonyms and Antonyms

Become tense, nervous, or uneasy
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. strained
Antonyms:
  1. relaxed
Become stretched or tense or taut
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. stiffened
  2. strained
  3. tautened

Tensed Sentence Examples

  • She tensed but didn't move.

  • She tensed at his low voice.

  • His body tensed to the point of snapping.

  • The hair on the back of his neck rose, and he tensed, waiting for the creature to materialize.

  • She tensed in his grip.

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