tenor (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtɛnər/
Definition
The general tendency, character, or course of something.
Examples
The overall tenor of the meeting was positive.
We need to understand the tenor of the debate before making a decision.
The tenor of the report suggests a need for urgent action.
How to Use tenor
- tenor of (prepositional phrase)
- The general character or tendency of something. — "The tenor of the discussion shifted after the break."
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