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[あつ()·りょく()]
atsuryoku
noun

English Meaning(s) for 圧力

noun
  1. pressure; stress
  2. pressure (e.g. political); coercion; arm-twisting

Definition and Synonyms for 圧力

Pressure a force that compels
Synonyms: プレッシャー, 圧力, 重圧
Force Per Unit Area the force applied to a unit area of surface
Synonyms: 圧力
Stress force that produces strain on a physical body
Synonyms: ストレス, テンション, 剪断応力, 圧力, 応力, 歪力
Force Per Unit Area measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
Synonyms: 圧力

Meanings for each kanji in 圧力

» pressure; push; overwhelm; oppress; dominate
» power; strength; strong; strain; bear up; exert

Categories 圧力 is a member of

Force a powerful effect or influence
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Physical Phenomenon a natural phenomenon involving the physical properties of matter and energy
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Force the influence that produces a change in a physical quantity
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Sample Sentences for 圧力

Trading partners are leaning on Japan to clarify its trade policy.
Several politicians exerted strong pressure on the committee.
External pressure grows ever more intense.
External pressure grows ever more intense.
He brought pressure to bear on our decision.

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