Stress Definition
stress
noun
- the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch); "he put the stress on the wrong syllable"
- (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense; "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension"; "stress is a vasoconstrictor"
- special emphasis attached to something; "the stress was more on accuracy than on speed"
- difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension; "she endured the stresses and strains of life"; "he presided over the economy during the period of the greatest stress and danger"- R.J.Samuelson
- (physics) force that produces strain on a physical body; "the intensity of stress is expressed in units of force divided by units of area"
verb
- to stress, single out as important; "Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet"
- put stress on; utter with an accent; "In Farsi, you accent the last syllable of each word"
- test the limits of; "You are trying my patience!"
"Stress" in song lyrics
See how stress is used in real songs:
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"She the new lease on life without the motherfuckin' stress"
2nd II None f/ DJ Quik, AMG, Hi-C, Playa Hamm — Got A Nu Woman -
"I severed your test-press and never felt stress"
7L & Esoteric — Essays on Esoterrorism -
"If it ain't about the chips, I ain't 'bout the stress"
Above the Law — L.A. Vibe
Words that rhyme with stress
Usage tips for "stress"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stress" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stress to find words that pair well.