stressful
/ˈstresfəl/
CEFR level B1Topic EmotionWord #2586 in the learning path
令人紧张的；压力大的
Definitions
adj. Causing worry or mental strain
令人紧张的；压力大的
Example
Moving house was stressful, but our friends helped.
搬家让人压力很大，但朋友们帮了忙。
Long commutes can make working life more stressful and leave less time for family activities.
长时间通勤会增加工作生活的压力，并减少与家人活动的时间。
Collocations
- a stressful situation
- a stressful job
- a stressful experience
Word family
- stress (n.)
- stress (v.)
- stressed (adj.)
Synonyms
- demanding
- nerve-racking
Antonyms
- relaxing
Usage tip
stressful形容压力来源；stressed形容人的感受。
FAQ
- What does stressful mean?
- Causing worry or mental strain
- How is stressful pronounced?
- UK /ˈstresfəl/, US /ˈstresfəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
