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Stress /stɹɛs/

The meaning and definition of Stress, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. (Cause of) discomfort.
  2. Serious danger.
noun
  1. A physical, chemical, infective agent aggressing an organism.
  2. Aggression toward an organism resulting in a response in an attempt to restore previous conditions.
verb
  1. To apply force to (a body or structure) causing strain.
  2. To apply emotional pressure to (a person or animal).
Synonyms emphasis accent emphasise emphasize underline
Antonyms eustress

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