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