stress

• 名词，指精神或情绪上的紧张、压力状态，常由困难或复杂的情况引起。也可指施加的物理压力或负担。

A noun referring to a state of mental or emotional strain, pressure, or tension, often resulting from demanding circumstances.

1. A2formal

   A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

   压力

   • She is under a lot of stress at work.
   • Yoga helps me manage my stress levels.
   • The exam period caused him significant stress.

   同义词anxietyburdendistresshardshipnervousnesspressurestraintensiontraumaworry

   反义词calmeasepeacerelaxationtranquility

2. Physical pressure or forceB1formal

   A physical force or pressure applied to an object or material.

   应力

   • The bridge was designed to withstand high stress loads.
   • Stress on the metal caused it to crack.
   • Engineers calculate the stress points in a building.

   同义词forceloadpressurestraintension

   反义词releaserelief

3. Emphasis in speechB1formal

   The emphasis placed on a particular syllable or word when speaking.

   重音

   • In the word 'record', the stress is on the first syllable.
   • She placed stress on the word 'never' to make her point.
   • Stress can change the meaning of a word in English.

   同义词accentbeatemphasisictus

• 动词，表示强调或突出某事，也可表示使人在精神或身体上感到紧张、有压力。

A verb used to indicate the act of emphasizing something or causing mental or physical strain.

1. Emphasize or highlightB1formal

   To give special importance or attention to something.

   强调

   • The teacher stressed the importance of regular practice.
   • He stressed that safety is the top priority.
   • She stressed the need for clear communication.

   同义词accentuateemphasizeforegroundhighlightplay uppoint upunderlineunderscore

   反义词downplayignoreminimizeneglectunderstate

2. Cause mental or emotional strainB1informal

   To make someone feel worried, anxious, or under pressure.

   使人感到压力

   • The deadline is really stressing me out.
   • Don't stress about the exam; you've prepared well.
   • Work problems are stressing him lately.

   同义词burdendistressoverwhelmpressurestraintaxupsetworry

   反义词calmrelaxsoothe

3. Pronounce with emphasisB2formal

   To pronounce a syllable or word with greater force or loudness.

   重读

   • In the word 'record', you stress the first syllable when it's a noun.
   • You should stress the second syllable in 'hotel'.
   • She stressed the word 'never' to make her point clear.

   同义词accentaccentuateemphasize