pre
ssure
Plural
pressures
1
the act of putting a weight on something
- The pressure of the heavy books made the shelf bend slightly.
- He applied pressure to the wound to stop the bleeding.
- The pressure from the crowd against the barrier caused it to collapse.
- The machine works by using pressure to compact the materials.
- She felt the pressure of his hand on her shoulder.
2
the use of influence or demands to persuade or force someone to do something
- The company faced pressure from investors to improve its performance.
- She resisted the pressure to make a quick decision without considering all options.
- Political leaders often experience pressure to respond swiftly to crises.
- The organization is facing pressure from supporters to change its policies.
- In many cultures, there is pressure to follow certain traditions.
3
(physics) the amount of force exerted per area that is measured in pascal, newton per square meter, etc.
- The pressure inside the scuba tank reached 200 atmospheres.
- Hydraulic systems use fluid pressure to lift heavy machinery.
- At sea level, atmospheric pressure is ~101,325 Pa.
- The gas pressure in the container doubled when the temperature increased.
- Submarines withstand immense water pressure at great depths.
Synonyms:
4
a force that compels
5
the state of demanding notice or attention
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the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin
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the force exerted on the surface of the earth that is a result of the weight of the atmosphere
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the stress or challenges that come from the demands of meeting goals or managing responsibilities
- Students face pressure to perform well on exams.
- Financial pressures can be overwhelming for some households.
- There is significant pressure on employees to meet company targets.
- Families often feel pressure from rising living expenses.
- She missed the event due to the pressure from her workload.