stress

Definition

  • noun: a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.
  • noun: constraining force or influence
  • verb: to give special attention to (something)
  • verb: to subject to physical or psychological stress
  • often used with 'out'
  • synonyms: alexandrine, accent, accentuate

Examples

  • To reduce the amount of 'stress' on your back, bend your knees when you lift something heavy.

  • Carrying a heavy backpack around all day puts a lot of 'stress' on your shoulders and back.

  • Some people 'stress' the second syllable of “harassment,” while others 'stress' the first.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh, I know. I'm sorry. Something's wrong with me. I... It's like I'm having a break down. You're not having a break down. It's stress. I keep making mistakes like that. I'm awful. - Oh, you're not. - And annoying. They, well... (..)
    2015 Inside Out
  • (..) Our van is lost? It's the worst day ever. - You said it would be here yesterday. - And I know that's what I said. - That's what they told me. - Mom and Dad are stress out. - They are stress out. - Arguing. - What're we going to do. I've got a great idea. Did you even read the contract? (..)
    2015 Inside Out