This is the 11971st most frequent French word.
tendue
Tendue: Tense or strained.
Here, 'tendue' is used as an adjective describing the state of the rope being tightly stretched.
La corde est tendue au maximum.
The rope is stretched to the maximum.
In this context, 'tendue' describes a stressed or anxious state of behavior, referring to emotions.
Son attitude est toujours tendue pendant les réunions.
His attitude is always tense during meetings.
Here, 'tendue' characterizes the atmosphere or mood of the discussion, indicating it was strained or difficult.