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   Stress

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   noun

   • 1. pressure or tension exerted on a material object: "the distribution of stress is uniform across the bar" Similar pressuretensionstraintightnesstautnessrare:tensity
   • ▪ the degree of pressure exerted on a material object measured in units of force per unit area.
   • 2. a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances: "he's obviously under a lot of stress" Similar strainpressuretensionnervous tensionworryanxietynervousnesstroubledifficultydistresstraumasufferingpaingriefinformal:hassleOpposite relaxation
   • ▪ something that causes mental strain: "the stresses and strains of public life"
   • ▪ physiological disturbance or damage caused to an organism by adverse circumstances: "in many areas irrigation is warranted to avoid plant stress"
   • 3. particular emphasis or importance: "we should lay greater stress on education" Similar emphasisimportanceweightforceinsistenceweightage
   • ▪ emphasis given to a particular syllable or word in speech, typically through a combination of relatively greater loudness, higher pitch, and longer duration: "normally, the stress falls on the first syllable" Similar emphasisaccentaccentuationbeatictus

   verb

   • 1. give particular emphasis or importance to (a point, statement, or idea) made in speech or writing: "they stressed the need for reform" Similar emphasizedraw attention tofocus attention onunderlineunderscorepoint upplace emphasis onlay stress onhighlightspotlightturn the spotlight onbring to the foreforegroundaccentuatepress homeimpress on someonemake a point ofdwell onharp onbelaborinsist onrub inOpposite play downunderstate
   • ▪ give emphasis to (a syllable or word) when pronouncing it: "in French, the last syllable is usually stressed" Similar place the emphasis ongive emphasis toemphasizeplace the accent on
   • 2. subject to pressure or tension: "this type of workout does stress the shoulder and knee joints"
   • 3. cause mental or emotional strain or tension in: "I avoid many of the things that used to stress me before" Similar overstretchovertaxpush to the limitpressurizepressureburdenmake tensecause to feel mental/emotional strainworryupsetdistressharassinformal:hassle
   • ▪ become tense or anxious; worry: informal "don't stress—there's plenty of time to get a grip on the situation"

   Word Origin Middle English (denoting hardship or force exerted on a person for the purpose of compulsion): shortening of distress, or partly from Old French estresse ‘narrowness, oppression’, based on Latin strictus ‘drawn tight’ (see strict).

   Derivatives

   • 1. stressless adjective

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2. www.who.int › questions-and-answers › itemStress - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Stress can be defined as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. Stress is a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives. Everyone experiences stress to some degree.

3. www.verywellmind.com › stress-and-health-3145086What Is Stress? Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, Coping

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   6 days ago · Stress can be defined as any type of change that causes physical, emotional, or psychological strain. Stress is your body's response to anything that requires attention or action. Everyone experiences stress to some degree. The way you respond to stress, however, makes a big difference to your overall well-being.

4. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › articlesStress: Signs, Symptoms, Management & Prevention

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   What is stress? Stress is a normal human reaction that happens to everyone. In fact, the human body is designed to experience stress and react to it. When you experience changes or challenges (stressors), your body produces physical and mental responses. That’s stress. Stress responses help your body adjust to new situations.

5. www.psychologytoday.com › us › basicsStress | Psychology Today

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   Stress generally refers to two things: the psychological perception of pressure, on the one hand, and the body's response to it, on the other, which involves multiple systems, from metabolism...

6. www.healthline.com › health › stressEverything to Know About Stress: Causes, Prevention, and More

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   Jun 1, 2018 · Anxiety. Management. Takeaway. Stress is a biological response to a perceived threat. It’s caused by chemicals and hormones surging throughout your body. It can help you respond to a...

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSTRESS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   stress noun (DIFFICULTY) [ C or U ] a difficult situation caused by too much being needed or expected from a system, resource, etc. : stress on The city is finding it hard to cope with stress on its housing supply. Adding 32 million people is going to put stresses on all of our systems.

8. www.mayoclinic.org › healthy-lifestyle › stressStress management Stress basics - Mayo Clinic

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   Nov 18, 2023 · Stress is a normal psychological and physical reaction to the demands of life. A small amount of stress can be good, motivating you to perform well. But many challenges daily, such as sitting in traffic, meeting deadlines and paying bills, can push you beyond your ability to cope.