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Pressure
01
the act of putting a weight on something
Examples
The pressure of the heavy books made the shelf bend slightly.
He applied pressure to the wound to stop the bleeding.
02
the use of influence or demands to persuade or force someone to do something
Examples
The company faced pressure from investors to improve its performance.
She resisted the pressure to make a quick decision without considering all options.
03
(physics) the amount of force exerted per area that is measured in pascal, newton per square meter, etc.
Examples
The pressure inside the scuba tank reached 200 atmospheres.
Hydraulic systems use fluid pressure to lift heavy machinery.
04
a force that compels
05
the state of demanding notice or attention
06
the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin
07
the force exerted on the surface of the earth that is a result of the weight of the atmosphere
08
the stress or challenges that come from the demands of meeting goals or managing responsibilities
Examples
Students face pressure to perform well on exams.
Financial pressures can be overwhelming for some households.
to pressure
01
to make someone do something by using force, influence, or other methods
Ditransitive: to pressure sb to do sth | to pressure sb into sth
Examples
The salesperson tried to pressure the customer into making a quick purchase by emphasizing limited stock.
Parents should guide their children 's decisions without pressuring them into specific career choices.
Lexical Tree
overpressure
pressurize
pressure
press
