Definition of Stressful

causing emotional or mental tension or stress

Examples of Stressful in a sentence

The woman’s stressful job caused her many nights of restless sleep and emotional distress.  🔊

Though sitting in traffic can be stressful, it is better than being part of the ten-car pileup.  🔊

Because too much homework can be stressful on students, the teacher tries to reduce their worry by giving none.  🔊

John’s wife’s constant nagging was stressful and caused major tension in their home.  🔊

Because the police officer’s day job was so stressful, he had to take time to unwind and destress at night.  🔊

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