1. An increasing or accumulating military, political, or physical force or pressure
The mounting force of the opposition made it difficult for the government to maintain control.
A força crescente da oposição tornou difícil para o governo manter o controle.
2. A gradually intensifying power or influence that builds over time
There was a mounting force of public opinion against the new policy.
Havia uma força crescente da opinião pública contra a nova política.
3. In engineering or mechanics, an increasing applied force or load
The mounting force on the structure could lead to failure if not reinforced.
A força crescente na estrutura poderia levar ao colapso se não fosse reforçada.