Tense Up — synonyms, definition

1. tense up (Verb)

2 synonyms
strain tense
2 definitions

tense up (Verb) — Become tense, nervous, or uneasy. ex. "He tensed up when he saw his opponent enter the room"

tense up (Verb) — Cause to be tense and uneasy, nervous or anxious.

3 types of
affect change state turn
2 types
extend stretch