Suspense
WordNet
noun
(1) An uncertain cognitive state
"The matter remained in suspense for several years"
(2) Excited anticipation of an approaching climax
"The play kept the audience in suspense"
(3) Apprehension about what is going to happen
WiktionaryText
Etymology
From suspens as in en suspens, from suspens.
Noun
- the condition of being suspended
- the pleasurable emotion of anticipation and excitement regarding the outcome or climax of a book, film etc
- the unpleasant emotion of anxiety or apprehension in an uncertain situation
Noun
suspense
- suspense (2 and 3)
- Cet acteur à jouer dans beaucoup de films à suspense.