Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
create-tension
verb
/kriːˈeɪt ˈtɛnʃən/
Definition
To instill a sense of suspense or unease in a narrative or situation.
Examples
- The filmmaker used music and pacing to create tension in the climactic scene.
- The author knew how to create tension through unexpected plot twists.
Meaning
The act of introducing elements that provoke anxiety or anticipation, often used in storytelling or drama.
Synonyms
- build suspense
- heighten anxiety
- stir unease
- escalate conflict
