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stress

[stres]

stress Definition

  • 1a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances
  • 2pressure or tension exerted on a material object

Using stress: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stress" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The stress of the job was too much for her.

  • Example

    He's been under a lot of stress lately.

  • Example

    The bridge can withstand the stress of heavy traffic.

  • Example

    The stress on the rope caused it to snap.

stress Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for stress

Idioms Using stress

  • to emphasize the significance or value of something

    Example

    The teacher stressed the importance of studying for the exam.

  • to become excessively anxious or worried about something

    Example

    She's been stressing out over the wedding plans.

  • the act of eating food as a way to cope with stress or anxiety

    Example

    She tends to engage in stress eating when she's feeling overwhelmed.

Phrases with stress

  • to become or cause someone to become anxious, tense, or worried

    Example

    I'm really stressed out about this exam.

  • a test designed to determine the stability or reliability of a system or entity under extreme conditions

    Example

    The new airplane underwent a series of stress tests before being approved for commercial use.

  • a small ball made of foam or rubber that is squeezed to relieve stress or tension

    Example

    She keeps a stress ball on her desk to help her relax during the workday.

Origins of stress

from Middle English 'destresse', from Old French 'destresse', from Latin 'strictus' meaning 'drawn tight'

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Summary: stress in Brief

The term 'stress' [stres] refers to a state of mental or emotional strain or tension caused by adverse or demanding circumstances. It can also denote pressure or tension exerted on a material object. Examples include 'The stress of the job was too much for her.' and 'The bridge can withstand the stress of heavy traffic.' Phrases like 'stress out' and idioms like 'stress the importance of something' extend its usage.

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