pressure

noun
UK: /ˈpreʃ.ər/
US: /ˈpreʃ.ɚ/

  1. The force produced when something presses or pushes against something else.

    1. The pressure of the crowd was intense. [ ] [ ]
    2. The water pressure in the pipes needs to be checked before winter. [ ] [ ]

  2. An attempt to persuade someone by using influence, arguments, or threats.

    1. Don't give in to peer pressure. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company is facing increasing pressure from environmental groups. [ ] [ ]

  3. Difficulties and worries that cause someone to feel concerned or stressed.

    1. He's under a lot of pressure at work. [ ] [ ]
    2. The constant pressure to succeed took a toll on her health. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

force stress influence compulsion
pressure verb

  1. To persuade or try to persuade someone to do something.

    1. Don't pressure me to decide now. [ ] [ ]
    2. The salesman pressured me into buying an extended warranty. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pressure" in English means: The force produced when something presses or pushes against something else., An attempt to persuade someone by using influence, arguments, or threats., Difficulties and worries that cause someone to feel concerned or stressed..

The phonetic transcription of "pressure" is /ˈpreʃ.ər/ in British English and /ˈpreʃ.ɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pressure": force, stress, influence, compulsion.

Example usage of "pressure": "The pressure of the crowd was intense.". More examples on the page.