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suspense Antonyms

Opposite of suspense

Because the opposite of suspense shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A state or feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what may happen next.

Usage Example

"The director skillfully built the certainty throughout the final act of the mystery film."

Strongest
certainty
Strong
predictability
calmness
assurance
relief

• noun (Context 2)

The temporary cessation or postponement of an action, decision, or legal right; a state of abeyance.

Usage Example

"The disputed funds were held in a resolution account until the audit was completed."

Strong
resolution
continuation
settlement

Similar words to suspense

Words similar to suspense shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

abeyance
tension
suspension
anticipation
uncertainty
expectancy
deferral
apprehension
See all synonyms of suspense

• Nearby Words

susceptible
suspect
suspend
suspense
suspenseful
suspensefully
suspensefulness

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Suspense. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/suspense
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