'Tensely' definitions:

Definition of 'tensely'

From: WordNet
adverb
In a tense manner; "he sat down tensely"

Definition of 'Tensely'

From: GCIDE
  • Tense \Tense\, a. [L. tensus, p. p. of tendere to stretch. See Tend to move, and cf. Toise.] Stretched tightly; strained to stiffness; rigid; not lax; as, a tense fiber. [1913 Webster]
  • The temples were sunk, her forehead was tense, and a fatal paleness was upon her. --Goldsmith. [1913 Webster] -- {Tense"ly}, adv. -- {Tense"ness}, n. [1913 Webster]