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Tension

Yes, tension is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble.

What does tension mean?

noun

  1. (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension
  2. the physical condition of being stretched or strained it places great tension on the leg muscles
  3. a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature) there is a tension created between narrative time and movie time

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tension

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants3 / 4
Scrabble points7
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of tension

  • intones

Words you can make from tension

Unscramble TENSION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is tension a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tension is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is tension worth in Scrabble?

Tension is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tension mean?

Tension means: (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense.