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stress
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the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
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Other meanings
2. noun
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
3. noun
special emphasis attached to something
4. noun
difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension
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