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Stress
01
a feeling of anxiety and worry caused by different life problems
Examples
The constant stress of her job was affecting her health.
He experienced a lot of stress before his final exams.
1.1
(psychology) a mental state of worry caused by physical or emotional tension
Examples
Chronic stress can lead to anxiety or depression.
The study measured stress levels under simulated pressure.
02
special emphasis attached to something
Examples
In English, stress usually falls on the first syllable of nouns.
Stress on certain words can change the meaning of a sentence.
2.1
(phonetics) an added force when pronouncing a syllable or word
Examples
In English, stress is important because it can change the meaning of a word, such as ' record' as a noun versus ' record' as a verb.
The stress in a sentence often highlights key information, influencing how the listener interprets the message.
03
(physics) force that produces strain on a physical body
Examples
The beam experienced stress under heavy load.
Engineers calculate stress to ensure structural safety.
to stress
01
to emphasize a particular point or aspect
Transitive: to stress a point or aspect
Examples
The teacher stressed the need for thorough preparation before the exam.
In the safety briefing, the flight attendant stressed the importance of fastening seat belts during takeoff and landing.
02
(phonetics) to utter a syllable in a word or phrase with more emphasis
Transitive: to stress a syllable
Examples
In the word " banana, " English speakers stress the second syllable: ba-NA-na.
In English, we often stress the first syllable in words like " table " and " happy. "
03
to subject something to pressure or tension
Transitive: to stress sth
Examples
The fabric of the sailboat 's sail is stressed to ensure it can withstand strong winds.
The athlete 's muscles are stressed during intense training sessions to build strength and endurance.
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