tautness

• Substantivo que designa o estado físico de estar esticado ou teso, ou um estado de tensão ou nervosismo; também pode indicar rigidez ou falta de relaxamento.

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.

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1. Physical condition of being stretchedB2formal

   The state of being pulled tight, without slack.

   Tensão

   • 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.

   Sinônimosrigiditystiffnessstraintensenesstensiontensitytightness

   Antônimosloosenessslackslackness

2. Lack of movement or roomB2formal

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

   Tensão

   • 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.

   Sinônimosinflexibilityrigiditystiffnesstensenesstensiontightness

   Antônimoslaxitylimpnessloosenessslackness