Word: TENSE
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Definition of TENSE
- (grammar) Any of the forms of a verb which distinguish when an action or state of being occurs or exists.
- (grammar) An inflected form of a verb that indicates tense.
"English only has a present tense and a past tense; it has no future tense."
- The property of indicating the point in time at which an action or state of being occurs or exists.
"Dyirbal verbs are not inflected for tense."
- (grammar) To apply a tense to.
"tensing a verb"
- To make or become tense.
- Showing signs of stress or strain; not relaxed.
"You need to relax, all this overtime and stress is making you tense."
- Pulled taut, without any slack.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "tense" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "tense", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TENSE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is TENSE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in TENSE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TENSE:
- # the tense effect
- # master of tense
- # playing with tense
- # in terms of tense
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