pressure

/pɹˈɛʃɚ/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
“the compressed gas exerts an increased pressure”
a force that compels
“the public brought pressure to bear on the government”
the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
“he gave the button a press”
the state of demanding notice or attention
“the insistence of their hunger”
the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin
“the sensitivity of his skin to pressure and temperature was normal”
an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress
the pressure exerted by the atmosphere

verb

to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
“She forced him to take a job in the city”
exert pressure on someone through threats

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