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What is another word for Stress? – 119 Stress Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    tension anxiety pressure strain burden worry unease apprehension fear dread nervousness agitation unrest discomfort disturbance hassle trouble strain effort exertion force pressure weight load responsibility obligation duty demand requirement necessity urgency importance seriousness solemnity gravity.

    Meaning of Stress

    The primary meaning of the word "stress" is a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

    Definitions

    • A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.
    • A person's emotional state, especially when they feel anxious or overwhelmed.
    • A physical or psychological stimulus that can cause an organism to feel strain or tension.
    • The emphasis placed on a particular syllable in a word, determined by the pitch, volume, or length of the sound.

    Etymology of Stress

    The word "stress" originated from the Old French word "estrece" or "estres", which is derived from the Latin word "strictus", meaning "drawn tight" or "compressed".
    Initially, the word "stress" was used in the 14th century to describe physical pressure or force.
    Over time, the word's meaning expanded to include mental or emotional strain, especially in the context of psychology and medicine.

    Example Uses

    • The employee was under a lot of stress due to the upcoming deadline.
    • The doctor warned that prolonged stress could lead to serious health problems.
    • The teacher tried to reduce the students' stress by providing a relaxing atmosphere.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    calmness serenity tranquility peace relaxation comfort ease leisure enjoyment happiness delight pleasure satisfaction contentment relief reassurance confidence security stability composure poise.

    Related Nouns

    anxiety tension pressure burden worry fear dread nervousness agitation unrest discomfort disturbance hassle trouble strain effort force weight load responsibility obligation duty.

    Related Verbs

    worry bother trouble disturb upset concern burden weigh load strain exert force press pressure push drive compel obligate demand require.

    Related Adjectives

    anxious tense pressured burdened worried fearful nervous agitated uneasy uncomfortable disturbed troubled strained forced heavy loaded responsible obligatory demanding necessary urgent.