suspense.
The condition of being suspended; cessation for a time.
Meaning & usage
The condition of being suspended; cessation for a time.
The pleasurable emotion of anticipation and excitement regarding the outcome or climax of a book, film etc.
The unpleasant emotion of anxiety or apprehension in an uncertain situation.
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.
A deadline.
She sent us that assignment with a suspense of noon tomorrow.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English suspense, suspence, from Anglo-Norman suspens (as in en suspens) and Old French suspens, from Latin suspēnsus.
Held or lifted up; held or prevented from proceeding.
Expressing, or proceeding from, suspense or doubt.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English suspense, suspence, from Anglo-Norman suspens (as in en suspens) and Old French suspens, from Latin suspēnsus.
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