Synonyms for Pressure
Definition of pressure
noun
- the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit); "the compressed gas exerts an increased pressure"
- a force that compels; "the public brought pressure to bear on the government"
- the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure; "he gave the button a press"; "he used pressure to stop the bleeding"; "at the pressing of a button"
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "pressure"
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"Pressure" in song lyrics
See how pressure is used in real songs:
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"Do what I gotta do, avoid the pressure"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — We Always Gonna Do It -
"Lyrical professor, keep you under pressure"
7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled, Karma, Trademarc — Warlords -
"Most overloaded and folded under the pressure"
Aceyalone — Art Club