nounπShareThe condition of being suspended; cessation for a time."The suspense about the test results lasted all weekend. "conditionstoryliteratureentertainmentsensationmindemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe pleasurable emotion of anticipation and excitement regarding the outcome or climax of a book, film etc."The suspense was building as everyone waited for the final results of the school election. "emotionentertainmentstoryliteraturemediaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe unpleasant emotion of anxiety or apprehension in an uncertain situation."The suspense about the test results made her feel anxious all day. "emotionmindcharacterliteratureentertainmentsituationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA 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."Due to a temporary unity of ownership, there was a suspense in the payment of rent for the family's farm. "propertylawfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareHeld or lifted up; held or prevented from proceeding."The suspenseful silence in the classroom before the teacher announced the test results held everyone's breath. "sensationemotionmindentertainmentstoryliteratureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareExpressing, or proceeding from, suspense or doubt."Her suspenseful silence made everyone wonder if she had good news or bad news. "storymindsensationentertainmentliteratureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
