stressor

noun

stress·​or ˈstre-sər How to pronounce stressor (audio) -ˌsȯr How to pronounce stressor (audio)
: a stimulus that causes stress

Examples of stressor in a Sentence

Credit card debt is a major stressor in her life.
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Once the stressor is removed or lessened, hair growth typically returns to normal. Cristina Mutchler, Health, 30 Jan. 2025 Some of the biggest stressors included high cost of living, job instability and growing housing costs. Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2025 By enhancing self-control, a crucial ability for managing the complexities of work and home life, mindfulness helps more effectively navigate the stressors from both domains. Ellen Choi, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 The process can be stressful for both employers and employees, but one of the most significant stressors is the potential for legal fallout. Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for stressor 

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stressor was in 1950

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“Stressor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stressor. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.

Medical Definition

stressor

noun
stress·​or ˈstres-ər How to pronounce stressor (audio) -ˌȯ(ə)r How to pronounce stressor (audio)
: a stimulus that causes stress
psychological stressors
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