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In science class, we learned about pressure.
What does Pressure mean?
force pushing on something.
Dictionary definition
The force pushing on a surface or area.
Example sentences
Pressure in a sentence
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Our worksheet used pressure to describe a material property.
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Practice 1
What does pressure mean?
Pressure means force pushing on something.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses pressure correctly?
The correct sentence uses pressure in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to pressure?
Force is close in meaning to pressure.
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Pressure
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presh · er · strongest beat: presh
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WordPressure.
Partnoun.
MeaningPressure means force pushing on something.
ExampleExample: In science class, we learned about pressure.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- presh · er
- Strongest beat
- presh
- Ending
- er
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on presh.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
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easeOpposite or contrasting meaning.
reliefOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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Word family
Pressure word family
Base word
pressure
noun
pressures
Plural form.
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Hint for students
force pushing on something.
Common mix-up
Pressure is not the same as ease. Pressure means force pushing on something.
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Read this model sentence: Our worksheet used pressure to describe a material property. Clue words: worksheet, used, describe. Underline clue words that show why pressure fits instead of ease. Now write one new sentence that shows pressure without using the word pressure. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show pressure?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Our worksheet used pressure to describe a material property." Why does pressure fit better than ease?
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