stress noun verb Stress: first syllable 🤍 Save Syllables: stress (1) English Definition Mental or emotional strain or tension; or emphasis. Example Sentence Too much work stress is bad for health. US IPA /stres/ 🔊 Listen US UK IPA /stres/ 🔊 Listen UK Synonyms tension pressure strain emphasis Antonyms relaxation calmness peace Share this Word Facebook WhatsApp X Telegram Copy Link