Stress
Word | STRESS |
Character | 6 |
Hyphenation | stress |
Pronunciations | /stɹɛs/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Stress"
What do we mean by stress?
Importance, significance, or emphasis placed on something. synonym: emphasis. noun
The relative force with which a sound or syllable is spoken. noun
The emphasis placed on the sound or syllable spoken most forcefully in a word or phrase. noun
The relative force of sound or emphasis given a syllable or word in accordance with a metrical pattern. noun
A syllable having strong relative emphasis in a metrical pattern. noun
An accent or mark representing such emphasis or force. noun
The internal distribution of force per unit area within a body subject to an applied force or system of forces. noun
The internal resistance of a body to such an applied force or system of forces. noun
A condition of extreme difficulty, pressure, or strain. noun
A condition of metabolic or physiologic impairment in an organism, occurring usually in response to adverse events and capable of causing physical damage. noun
A condition of psychological strain occurring in people and animals, usually in response to adverse events and capable of causing symptoms and signs such as increased blood pressure, insomnia, and irritability. noun
A stimulus or circumstance causing such a condition. noun
To place emphasis on. intransitive verb
To give prominence of sound to (a syllable or word) in pronouncing or in accordance with a metrical pattern. intransitive verb
To subject to physiological or mental stress or strain. Often used with out. intransitive verb
To subject to mechanical pressure or force. intransitive verb
(Cause of) discomfort.
Serious danger.
An aversive state of stress to which a person cannot fully adapt.
A seizing of property without legal process to force payment of a debt.
The thing taken by distraining; that which is seized to procure satisfaction.
Synonyms and Antonyms for Stress
- Synonyms for stress
- Ache Synonyms
- Adversity Synonyms
- Adverse Circumstances Synonyms
- Accent Synonyms
- Aching Synonyms
- Antonyms for stress
- Destress Antonyms
- Deemphasize Antonyms
The word "stress" in example sentences
Cross Reference for Stress
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