stressful
adj. US //ˈstɹɛsfəɫ// UK //stɹˈɛsfəl// stress·ful
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1 causing worry or pressure (adj.) B1 Intermediatemaking you feel worried or anxious because of too much work or difficult problems.
causing mental or emotional tension; often used to describe environments or events that demand high levels of effort or resilience.
ExampleMoving to a new house can be a very stressful experience for a family.
ExampleThe deadline-driven nature of the project created a stressful atmosphere in the office, leading to several heated arguments among the staff.
PitfallI am very stressful about my exams.I am very stressed about my exams.Use 'stressful' for the situation (the exam) and 'stressed' for your feelings.
From stress + -ful.