tautness

• Nom désignant l'état physique d'être tendu ou sous tension, ou un état caractérisé par l'absence de mou ou de jeu.

A noun referring to the physical condition of being stretched or strained, or a state characterized by a lack of movement or room for movement.

indénombrable

1. Physical condition of being stretchedB2formal

   The state of being pulled tight, without slack.

   État de tension

   • The tautness of the rope was crucial for the climbing equipment.
   • He checked the tautness of the canvas before painting.
   • The tautness of the wire ensured a clear signal.

   Synonymesrigiditystiffnessstraintensenesstensiontensitytightness

   Antonymesloosenessslackslackness

2. Lack of movement or roomB2formal

   A condition of being rigid, tense, or lacking flexibility.

   Raideur

   • The tautness in her muscles indicated she was nervous.
   • The tautness of the fabric made it difficult to fold.
   • The tautness of the situation was palpable in the room.

   Synonymesinflexibilityrigiditystiffnesstensenesstensiontightness

   Antonymeslaxitylimpnessloosenessslackness