tense

B1
Pronunciation
/tɛns/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

(grammar) Any of the forms of a verb which distinguish when an action or state of being occurs or exists.

2 Definition

(grammar) An inflected form of a verb that indicates tense.

Example Sentences
  • English only has a present tense and a past tense; it has no future tense.
3 Definition

The property of indicating the point in time at which an action or state of being occurs or exists.

Example Sentences
  • Dyirbal verbs are not inflected for tense.
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

(grammar) To apply a tense to.

Example Sentences
  • tensing a verb
2 Definition

To make or become tense.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Showing signs of stress or strain; not relaxed.

Synonyms
stressed unrelaxed
Example Sentences
  • You need to relax, all this overtime and stress is making you tense.
2 Definition

Pulled taut, without any slack.