Pressure/ˈpreʃər/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Weight Describes emotional burdens linked to responsibilities or expectations. Feeling the pressure, she meticulously double-checked her presentation. Pro Tip 2/3Motivational Tool Can indicate a challenging but positive force that motivates action. He thrives under pressure and produces his best work. Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Negative Connotation Avoid using 'pressure' to mean general difficulties unrelated to stress. Incorrect: The exam was pressure. Correct: The exam was stressful.