GRE Word List

TENSION

inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion

The meaning of the word tension is inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion.

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rationa food allowance for one day
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
flippantlacking proper respect or seriousness
regimenta military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
potentateruler
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