Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pressured
adjective
/ˈprɛʃərd/
Definition
Subjected to stress or demands.
Examples
- She felt pressured to meet the tight deadline.
- The team was pressured by the growing competition.
- He often pressures himself to achieve perfection.
Meaning
Experiencing stress, strain, or tension, often due to external influences or expectations.
Synonyms
- stressed
- strained
- oppressed
- compelled
- coerced