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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WordMeaning
aperturean opening or open space : hole
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
condescendto assume an air of superiority
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
compriseto be made up of
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine