stress
Translation
stress, pressure, emphasis
Examples
I'm under a lot of stress at work.
I'm under a lot of stress at work.
The stress is on the first syllable.
The stress is on the first syllable.
Grammar Patterns
((under stress)) to be experiencing pressure I'm under a lot of stress at work.
((stress on sth.)) emphasis on something The stress is on the first syllable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pressure, tension, strain; Antonyms: relaxation, peace
Etymology
From Old French 'estrece' (narrowness, oppression), from Latin 'strictus' (tight, compressed).
Memory Tips
Imagine being 'pressed' from all sides, which causes 'stress'.