pressure
Definitions
The continuous physical force pressing on or against something
压力，压强（物理）
The use of persuasion or threats to make someone do something
（施加的）压力，逼迫
A feeling of stress caused by the demands of work or life
心理压力，紧张
To try to force or persuade someone to do something
对…施压；逼迫
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpress (squeeze) + -ure (act/result) = 'the act or force of pressing.' Literally the force pressing on a surface (air/blood pressure), then the felt 'weight' of demands and stress, then a verb meaning to apply that figurative force on a person.
Root press still carries 89 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.under pressure在压力之下
- 2.peer pressure同辈压力
- 3.blood pressure血压
- 4.put pressure on向…施压
- 5.pressure someone into逼某人做某事
Example Sentences
- 1.
The water pressure in the pipes was too low for the shower.
- 2.
He's been under enormous pressure to finish on time.
- 3.
Don't let your friends pressure you into deciding now.
- 4.
Teenagers often give in to peer pressure.
Easily Confused
pressure vs stress — pressure is the external force or demand placed on you (deadline pressure, peer pressure); stress is your internal reaction to it (feeling stressed). Pressure is the cause sitting outside; stress is the strain you feel inside.