stress-inducing

[/ˈstres ɪnˈduːsɪŋ/]
adjective
causador de estresse
1. causing or likely to cause stress, anxiety, or tension
The exam was stress-inducing for most students.
O exame foi causador de estresse para a maioria dos alunos.
2. having the quality or characteristic of producing psychological or physical strain
Working in a stress-inducing environment can affect your health.
Trabalhar em um ambiente causador de estresse pode afetar sua saúde.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'estressante' has become widely adopted in everyday speech alongside traditional terms. American English frequently uses 'stress-inducing' in professional, academic, and health-related contexts, while Brazilians may prefer the simpler 'estressante' in casual conversation. The term reflects modern workplace and academic culture where stress management is increasingly discussed.
NYC Slang
mad stressful / hella stressful
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stressfulanxiety-inducingtension-filledpressurizingnerve-wracking
Antonyms / Antônimos
relaxingcalmingsoothingstress-relieving

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
causador de estresse / gerador de estresse
most common and neutral usage
Rio de Janeiro
estressante / que dá estresse
colloquial variation commonly used in informal speech
São Paulo
estressante / gerador de tensão
business and formal contexts prefer 'estressante'
Portugal
indutor de stress / causador de stress
uses 'stress' instead of 'estresse'; more formal register

Related Words

stressstressoranxietytensionpressurestrain

Related Idioms & Phrases

to bite off more than you can chew (stress-inducing situation)
to have a lot on your plate (stress-inducing responsibility)
to be in the hot seat (stress-inducing position)
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