STRESS VOCABULARY

Stressful (adj.): Causing mental or emotional strain

Sentence: My job can be quite stressful, especially during tight deadlines.

Under pressure (phrase): Feeling stressed due to demands or expectations

Sentence: Students often feel under pressure during exam season.

Burnout (noun): Extreme exhaustion due to prolonged stress

Sentence: He took a break from work because he was suffering from burnout.

Cope with (verb phrase): To deal with or manage stress or difficulty

Sentence: I listen to music to cope with stressful situations.

Anxiety (noun): A feeling of worry or nervousness

Sentence: Public speaking gives me a lot of anxiety.

Overwhelmed (adj.): Feeling like something is too much to handle

Sentence: She felt overwhelmed by her workload and needed help.

Tension (noun): Mental or emotional strain

Sentence: There was a lot of tension in the office before the audit.

Relaxation techniques (noun phrase): Methods used to reduce stress

Sentence: Practicing yoga and meditation are great relaxation techniques.

Time management (noun phrase): The ability to use one’s time effectively

Sentence: Good time management can significantly reduce daily stress.

Panic attack (noun): A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety

Sentence: She experienced a panic attack before her final interview.