suspense

Definition

  • n. apprehension about what is going to happen
  • n. an uncertain cognitive state
  • n. excited anticipation of an approaching climax

Word forms

Plural
suspenses

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The movie was filled with suspense, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.

  2. n.

    The final decision is still in suspense until the board meets next week.