What is the root origin of word stressed?

The root origin of the word "stressed" is from the Latin word "stringere", meaning "to draw tight, to bind, to press".

Here's how the word evolved:

* "Stringere" (Latin) - to draw tight, to bind, to press

* "Strictus" (Latin, past participle of "stringere") - drawn tight, bound, pressed

* "Strict" (Middle English) - tight, close, severe

* "Stressed" (Modern English) - subjected to stress, strained, or pressured

So, the original meaning of "stressed" was related to something being physically tightened or compressed. Over time, it evolved to encompass the mental and emotional pressure we experience today.