pressed
Pressed (adj) means under strain, especially from lack of time or money. Example: “We're a bit pressed for time this morning.”
How to Use Pressed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShort on something, usually time or money, and feeling the strain of it.
Word Forms
more pressed comparative, most pressed superlative
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We're a bit _____ for time this morning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “pressed” mean?
The word “pressed” means under strain, especially from lack of time or money. In plain terms, short on something, usually time or money, and feeling the strain of it.
How do you pronounce “pressed”?
“Pressed” is pronounced prehst (/pɹɛst/ in IPA).
How do you use “pressed” in a sentence?
Here is “pressed” used in a sentence: “We're a bit pressed for time this morning.”
What part of speech is “pressed”?
“Pressed” is an adjective.
Is “pressed” a common word?
“Pressed” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between 'pressed' and 'stressed'?
Pressed describes being under strain from a specific shortage, most often of time or money. Stressed describes a broader state of mental or emotional tension, which can come from many sources, not just time or money.
What is the difference between being 'pressed for time' and 'pressed for money'?
Both use 'pressed' to mean under strain, but they name different shortages. Pressed for time means you are short of time, while pressed for money means you are short of funds.