What does destress mean?
Destress means (transitive) To reduce the physical stresses in (a material)..
Destress
/ˌdiːˈstɹɛs/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To reduce the physical stresses in (a material)..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To reduce the physical stresses in (a material).
- (ergative) To reduce the emotional stress in (another person); to reduce the stress in oneself.
- (transitive) To reduce the emphasis or stress on; de-emphasize.
Example Sentences
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Synonyms for destress
Antonyms for destress
Related Words
Word Forms
- destresses
- destressing
- destressed
- de-stress
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for destress?
Common synonyms include calm down, relax, wind down, deemphasize.
What is the opposite of destress?
Possible antonyms include emphasize, accentuate, stress, accent.
How do you use destress in a sentence?
Use destress where its definition matches the intended context.
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