Stressful: meaning, definitions and examples

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stressful

 

[ หˆstreฬ„s-fษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

emotional state

The term 'stressful' is used to describe situations or experiences that cause significant mental or emotional strain. This word is commonly used in various contexts such as work, relationships, or life events where the pressure or demands may lead to anxiety or discomfort. For example, a stressful job might require long hours and high stakes, while a stressful exam can evoke feelings of nervousness and tension. People often seek ways to manage or alleviate stressful situations to improve their well-being.

Synonyms

anxiety-inducing, overwhelming, pressure-filled, tense

Examples of usage

  • The meeting was very stressful.
  • She found the job search to be quite stressful.
  • Studying for finals can be a stressful time for students.

Translations

Translations of the word "stressful" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estressante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคจเคพเคตเคชเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช stressig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menegangkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ะตัะพะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ stresujฤ…cy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒˆใƒฌใ‚นใฎๅคšใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท stressant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estresante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท stresli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ŠคํŠธ๋ ˆ์Šค๊ฐ€ ๋งŽ์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑู‡ู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stresujรญcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stresujรบci

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽ‹ๅŠ›ๅคง็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stresno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stressandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‚ั€ะตัั ั‚ัƒะดั‹ั€ะฐั‚ั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒขแƒ แƒ”แƒกแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stressli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estresante

Etymology

The word 'stressful' derives from the noun 'stress,' which comes from the Old French 'estresse,' meaning 'narrowness' or 'hardship.' The term began to be used in English in the late 14th century, initially referring to physical strain or hardship. As language evolved, the meaning of 'stress' expanded to encompass emotional and psychological pressure experienced in various contexts. By the late 20th century, the adjective 'stressful' emerged to describe situations that not only create physical burdens but also evoke emotional distress. This evolution reflects a growing recognition of the impact of mental health and the importance of psychological well-being in modern society. Today, the word is commonly used across various fields, including psychology, healthcare, and everyday conversation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,418, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.