Suspense ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Suspense ( noun )

1. A state or feeling of uncertainty or excitement about the outcome of something.
2. The state or feeling of being uncertain or in doubt about what will happen next.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word "suspendere" meaning "to hang" or "to delay".

Examples:

1. The book kept me in suspense until the very end.
2. The movie had a lot of suspense as the protagonist tried to solve the mystery.
3. The audience sat in suspense as the tightrope walker crossed the high wire.
4. The team was in suspense as the final seconds ticked away.
5. The jury was in suspense as the judge read the verdict.

(As a verb)

Suspense ( verb )

1. A state or feeling of uncertainty or excitement about the outcome of something.
2. The state or feeling of being uncertain or in doubt about what will happen next.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word "suspendere" meaning "to hang" or "to delay".

Examples:

1. The book kept me in suspense until the very end.
2. The movie had a lot of suspense as the protagonist tried to solve the mystery.
3. The audience sat in suspense as the tightrope walker crossed the high wire.
4. The team was in suspense as the final seconds ticked away.
5. The jury was in suspense as the judge read the verdict.