adverb
- in a tense manner; with nervousness, anxiety, or strain
Examples
- She waited tensely for the test results.
- The audience watched tensely as the performer walked the tightrope.
- He gripped the steering wheel tensely during the storm.
- The negotiations proceeded tensely with both sides on edge.
- She smiled tensely, trying to hide her worry.
- The cat crouched tensely, ready to pounce.