suspense

/sษ™หˆspษ›ns/

IPA: /S AH0 S P EH1 N S/

noun
  1. 1

    The condition of being suspended; cessation for a time.

  2. 2

    The pleasurable emotion of anticipation and excitement regarding the outcome or climax of a book, film etc.

  3. 3

    The unpleasant emotion of anxiety or apprehension in an uncertain situation.

  4. 4

    A temporary cessation of one's right; suspension, as when the rent or other profits of land cease by unity of possession of land and rent.

adjective
  1. 1

    Held or lifted up; held or prevented from proceeding.

  2. 2

    Expressing, or proceeding from, suspense or doubt.

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