stress
//stres//
Noun
Mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from demanding or adverse circumstances
Work stress can affect your health.
Pressure or tension exerted on a material object
The bridge collapsed under the stress of the heavy traffic.
Special emphasis or importance given to something
The teacher put stress on the importance of regular practice.
Emphasis given to a particular syllable or word in speech, typically through greater loudness or force
In English, the stress is on the first syllable of the word 'happy'.
Verb
To give particular emphasis or importance to something in speaking or writing
The teacher stressed the importance of doing homework every day.
To subject to pressure or tension
The weight of the building stresses the foundation.
To cause mental or emotional strain to someone
The constant deadlines really stress me.