pressure
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.the force produced when you press or push against something.
n.the continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it.
Simple“Apply firm pressure to the wound with a clean cloth to stop the bleeding.”
In context“The structural integrity of the hull was tested by the immense water pressure encountered during the deep-sea expedition.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.the feeling of stress or worry because you have too much to deal with.
n.the psychological strain or urgency resulting from external demands or expectations.
Simple“She is under a lot of pressure at work to finish the project by Friday.”
In context“The constant pressure to perform at an elite level can lead to burnout among young professional athletes.”
Antonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the amount of force in a specific area, like in the air or a pipe.
n.the force exerted per unit area, typically measured in pascals or bars.
Simple“The doctor checked my blood pressure to make sure my heart was healthy.”
In context“A sudden drop in atmospheric pressure usually indicates that a storm is approaching the coast.”
UsageOften used with 'atmospheric' or 'blood'.
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to try to make someone do something by using arguments or threats.
v.to exert influence or strong persuasion on someone to act in a specific way.
Simple“Don't let your friends pressure you into doing something you don't want to do.”
In context“The lobbyists attempted to pressure the senator into voting against the new environmental regulations.”
UsageOften takes an object followed by 'into' and a gerund.
Usage pressure on water · pressure on businesses · pressure on young
From Latin pressūra.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.