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Meaning of suspense

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

suspense

Pronunciation:/səˈspɛns/

noun

Definitions

  1. The condition of being suspended; cessation for a time.

  2. The pleasurable emotion of anticipation and excitement regarding the outcome or climax of a book, film etc.

  3. The unpleasant emotion of anxiety or apprehension in an uncertain situation.

  4. A temporary cessation of one's right; suspension, as when the rent or other profits of land cease by unity of possession of land and rent.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Held or lifted up; held or prevented from proceeding.

  2. Expressing, or proceeding from, suspense or doubt.