Synonyms for pressure

Other words for “pressure”, grouped by meaning.

We found 16 synonyms for “pressure”. The most common are pressure level, force per unit area, press, pressing, imperativeness.

noun the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)

noun the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

noun the state of demanding notice or attention

noun the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin

noun the pressure exerted by the atmosphere

verb to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

verb exert pressure on someone through threats

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University