pressure

/pɹˈɛʃɐ/

/ˈpɹɛʃɝ/

[noun] [verb]

Pressure

[NOUN]

the act of putting a weight on something

synonyms : press

pressing

the action of forcing, persuading, or intimidating someone into doing something

(physics) the amount of force exerted per area that is measured in pascal, newton per square meter, etc.

synonyms : force per unit area

pressure level

a force that compels

the state of demanding notice or attention

synonyms : imperativeness

insistence

insistency

press

the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin

synonyms : pressure sensation

the force exerted on the surface of the earth that is a result of the weight of the atmosphere

synonyms : air pressure

atmospheric pressure

to pressure

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to force or persuade someone to do something

synonyms : coerce

force

hale

squeeze

exert pressure on someone through threats

synonyms : blackjack

blackmail

Examples

1. High blood pressure can sometimes cause headaches.

2. The doctor will take your blood pressure during your appointment.

3. Her parents always put pressure on her to excel academically.

4. The pressure of the upcoming exams is really getting on top of me.

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