stress
A feeling of worry or pressure because of problems or hard situations.
A state of mental or emotional strain caused by challenging or demanding circumstances.
To say or show that something is very important.
To give special importance or attention to something when speaking or writing.
A push or pull on something that can change its shape.
A force exerted on a material object that can cause deformation or strain.
Extra force given to part of a word or sentence when speaking.
Special emphasis placed on certain words or parts of words in speech or writing.
- Base: stress
- Plural: stress, stresses
- Base: stress
- 3rd Person Singular: stresses
- Present Participle: stressing
- Past: stressed
lay stress on
1Emphasize something important
To say something is important and should be noticed.
- The report lays stress on safety procedures.
- He laid stress on the need for teamwork.
reduce stress
1Lower mental strain
To make feelings of worry or tension less strong.
- Exercise can help reduce stress.
- Meditation is a good way to reduce stress.
stress out
1Make someone feel stressed
To make someone feel worried or tense.
- Don't stress me out before the meeting.
- Exams always stress him out.
under stress
1Experiencing mental strain
Feeling worried or tense because of problems or hard situations.
- She works well even under stress.
- People make mistakes when they are under stress.