pressure
What is the Definition of pressure?
Noun:
- the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit)
- cgs unit
- a force that compels
- the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
- the state of demanding notice or attention
- the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin
- 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
- exert pressure on someone through threats
How can I use pressure in a sentence?
Do not want to pressure you, Potter, but if we ever need an early capture of the Snitch it is now.
The pressure to succeed can sometimes be overwhelming. - Давление добиться успеха иногда может быть подавляющим.
Too much pressure can impose stress on employees. - Слишком большое давление может наложить стресс на сотрудников.
Use a gauge to measure the pressure accurately. - Используйте измеритель, чтобы точно измерить давление.
Use a gauge to measure pressure. - Используйте манометр для измерения давления.
Other meanings of pressure (synonyms, cognates).
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