professionaltension
nounUK /prəˈfɛʃənl ˈtɛnʃn/
US /prəˈfɛʃənl ˈtɛnʃən/
A feeling of being a little upset or worried at work.
There was professional tension in the room before the big meeting.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A small disagreement between people who work together.
The professional tension between the two managers made teamwork hard.
3. The pressure of doing a job well.
She felt professional tension while learning her new role.
4. A quiet, serious mood in a workplace.
Professional tension filled the office after the announcement.