Stressful Definition & Meaning

stressful
adjective
  1. extremely irritating to the nerves; "nerve-racking noise"; "the stressful days before a war"; "a trying day at the office"

"Stressful" in song lyrics

See how stressful is used in real songs:

  • "Peer pressure pounds and if you ain't stressful"
    (Benzino f/) Bobby Brown, Mr. Gzus — Ghetto Child
  • "See life is kinda stressful"
    Bush Babees — Gravity
  • "So much just to get next to you it's stressful"
    Flame — How Long

Usage tips for "stressful"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stressful" 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 stressful to find words that pair well.

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