Words · Very common
stress
/stɹɛs/ · 6 letters · 4 distinct letters
- noun
the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
he put the stress on the wrong syllable
- verb
to stress, single out as important
Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet
- noun
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension
- verb
put stress on; utter with an accent
In Farsi, you accent the last syllable of each word
- noun
special emphasis attached to something
the stress was more on accuracy than on speed