1. Stress in pronunciation (word stress)
* REcord (noun) vs. reCORD (verb) - The difference in stress changes the meaning entirely.
* ADvent (noun) vs. adVENT (adjective) - Again, the stress placement differentiates meaning.
* CONtent (noun) vs. conTENT (adjective) - Stress on different syllables changes the meaning.
* preSENT (noun) vs. preSENT (verb) - The stress shifts depending on the word's function in a sentence.
2. Stress in writing (emphasis for impact)
* "I really enjoyed the movie." - Emphasizing the word "really" adds emotion and intensity.
* "I need to go now." - The stress on "need" conveys urgency.
* "You did what?" - The stress on "did" expresses surprise and shock.
3. Stress as a concept related to emotional states
* "He was under a lot of stress at work." - Refers to the feeling of pressure and strain.
* "The stress of the exam was overwhelming." - Describes the intense pressure of the situation.
* "She needed to learn how to manage her stress better." - Highlights the need to cope with stressful situations.
Important note: Stress in pronunciation is indicated using bold type, whereas emphasis in writing is marked by italics.
If you're looking for examples of words that directly relate to stress as a concept, you could use words like:
* Stressed
* Anxiety
* Pressure
* Strain
* Overwhelmed
* Tension
* Burnout
Let me know if you'd like more examples or a different kind of explanation!