TENSION
Definition, Scrabble score, anagrams & word-game reference
Is TENSION a Scrabble word?
Yes. TENSION is a valid Scrabble word in the UnscrambleTools dictionary (7 letters, 7 base points). It is suitable for casual Scrabble, Words with Friends practice, and anagram study; official tournament lists (NASPA/WESPA) may differ slightly.
Definition
Part of speech: noun
the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys"
- the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys"
- (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body; "the direction of maximum tension moves asymptotically toward the direction of the shear"
- feelings of hostility that are not manifest; "he could sense her latent hostility to him"; "the diplomats' first concern was to reduce international tensions"
- a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature); "there is a tension created between narrative time and movie time"; "there is a tension between these approaches to understanding history"
- (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense; "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension"; "stress is a vasoconstrictor"
- the physical condition of being stretched or strained; "it places great tension on the leg muscles"; "he could feel the tenseness of her body"
Synonyms
latent hostility, tenseness, stress, tensity, tautness
Source: Princeton WordNet 3.1
Scrabble score breakdown
TENSION scores 7 points before board multipliers.
- T = 1
- E = 1
- N = 1
- S = 1
- I = 1
- O = 1
- N = 1
Letter counts: E×1, I×1, N×2, O×1, S×1, T×1
Anagrams of TENSION
Similar 7-letter words
Crossword relevance
TENSION is a 7-letter answer slot candidate. Filter by length 7, starts with T, ends with N, or contains letters from your crossing entries in the Crossword Solver and Pattern Finder.
Example sentence
Example: "TENSION — the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys"" (7 Scrabble points).
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Complete word guide
TENSION is listed in the UnscrambleTools word-game dictionary used across our unscrambler, anagram, pattern, and scoring tools. Pages like this one exist so you can answer "Is TENSION a Scrabble word?" with data — not guesswork — before you play a tile or fill a crossword slot.
TENSION (noun): the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys". Additional senses: (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body; "the direction of maximum tension moves asymptotically toward the direction of the shear"; feelings of hostility that are not manifest; "he could sense her latent hostility to him"; "the diplomats' first concern was to reduce international tensions"; a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature); "there is a tension created between narrative time and movie time"; "there is a tension between these approaches to understanding history".
In standard Scrabble scoring, TENSION totals 7 points before multipliers. That sum uses official letter values: common tiles (A, E, I, O, U, L, N, S, T, R) are worth 1, while D and G are 2, B, C, M, P are 3, F, H, V, W, Y are 4, K is 5, J and X are 8, and Q and Z are 10. TENSION relies mostly on common tiles, which often makes it easier to play from a mixed rack but caps the raw ceiling compared with high-premium words.
TENSION is 7 letters long, begins with T, ends with N, and sorts to the alphagram EINNOST. There are 2 anagrams in this dictionary sharing that exact letter bag. Letter makeup: 3 vowels, 4 consonants.
Among 19 tracked 7-letter entries, TENSION ranks by raw score (7 points). Anagram alternatives include INTONES, STENION — useful when you need the same tiles with a different hook letter. Similar-length words in the same dictionary include PIZZAZZ, ZYZZYVA, JAZZBOW, JAZZILY; open their word pages to compare endings, vowel weight, and crossover potential.
Strategically, TENSION carries 3 vowels and 4 consonants. Its consonant-heavy shape pairs well with open vowel dumps on the board. Hooks on T or N are common study angles; browse words starting with T and words ending with N to rehearse parallel sets.
TENSION is a 7-letter answer slot candidate. Filter by length 7, starts with T, ends with N, or contains letters from your crossing entries in the Crossword Solver and Pattern Finder. For American-style grids, 7-letter entries like TENSION frequently cross shorter words; knowing that TENSION contains E, I, N, O, S, T helps you test crossing letters quickly. When you only know a few cells, open the Crossword Solver with a pattern such as t?????n to narrow candidates before checking definitions.
Notable letter pairs inside TENSION include EN, IO, NS — each links to a "contains" list for deeper drilling. Unique letters used: T, E, N, S, I, O. Letter-frequency tables on this site are built from the same dictionary that powers the Word Unscrambler, so list pages and word pages stay consistent.
Use UnscrambleTools tools together: unscramble tension directly in the Word Unscrambler, rehearse rearrangements in the Anagram Solver, filter crossword slots in the Pattern Finder, and verify 7 points in the Scrabble Score Calculator. Daily puzzle hints and Wordle practice pages share the same dictionary backbone, which keeps scores and validity aligned across the site.
Etymology: UnscrambleTools does not publish a full historical etymology for every rare word-game entry. When we detect recognizable English prefixes or suffixes, we note them in the definition section; otherwise treat TENSION as a playable vocabulary item for puzzles and study.
Example usage: Example: "TENSION — the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys"" (7 Scrabble points). If you are validating a tournament list, cross-check NASPA or WESPA references — our dictionary optimizes for practical word-game coverage, including obscure but legal entries that appear in casual Scrabble and crossword construction.
Frequently asked questions
- Is TENSION a valid Scrabble word?
- TENSION is a valid Scrabble word in the UnscrambleTools dictionary (7 letters, 7 base points). It is suitable for casual Scrabble, Words with Friends practice, and anagram study; official tournament lists (NASPA/WESPA) may differ slightly.
- How many points is TENSION worth in Scrabble?
- TENSION is worth 7 points using standard Scrabble letter values before any board multipliers. Lexical sense: the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys". See the letter breakdown on this page for tile-by-tile values.
- What does TENSION mean?
- TENSION (noun): the action of stretching something tight; "tension holds the belt in the pulleys". Additional senses: (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body; "the direction of maximum tension moves asymptotically toward the direction of the shear"; feelings of hostility that are not manifest; "he could sense her latent hostility to him"; "the diplomats' first concern was to reduce international tensions"; a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature); "there is a tension created between narrative time and movie time"; "there is a tension between these approaches to understanding history". (Princeton WordNet 3.1)
- What is the Scrabble score of TENSION?
- TENSION scores 7 points as a raw tile sum. Board multipliers apply only during live play; this page shows the base score for fair comparison with other 7-letter words.
- Does TENSION have anagrams?
- Yes. TENSION has 2 anagrams in this dictionary — same letters, different valid words. Anagram families help with rack management and spotting parallel plays.
- How many letters are in TENSION?
- TENSION has 7 letters, starts with T, ends with N, and uses the alphagram EINNOST (sorted letters for quick anagram spotting).
- How can I unscramble letters to find TENSION?
- Open the Anagram Solver or Word Unscrambler, enter your rack letters (use ? for blanks), and filter to 7-letter results or "contains" patterns that match TENSION. The Pattern Finder supports crossword-style slots as well.
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