[PRESSURE Definition & Meaning]

The term “pressure” refers to different kinds of burdens and forces:

In everyday use, pressure can describe both internal feelings (stress) and external forces exerted on objects or people. It also appears in scientific contexts as a physical quantity representing the force exerted per unit area.

Author’s summary: Pressure encompasses mental and physical strain as well as external forces that constrain or shape outcomes, influencing actions and perceptions.

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Merriam-Webster Merriam-Webster — 2025-12-03

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