Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
suspense
noun
/səˈspɛns/
Definition
A state of excited uncertainty or anxiety about what may happen next.
Examples
- The movie kept the audience in suspense until the very end.
- She felt a sense of suspense as she waited for the test results.
- The novel is full of suspense, making it hard to put down.
Meaning
Suspense refers to the tension or excitement that arises when there is uncertainty about the outcome of a situation, often used in storytelling, films, or events.
Synonyms
- anticipation
- unrest
- tension
- excitement
