LOW-PRESSURE Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

low-pressure

adjective

ˈlō-ˈpre-shər

Definition of low-pressure

as in unaffected

having a relaxed, casual manner a low-pressure boss who lets employees do their work without looking over their shoulders

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Recent Examples of low-pressure However, occasionally, low-pressure troughs can migrate southward and turn a storm toward the north, increasing its acceleration in the process, as happened with Lowell. — Nicholas Grondin, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2026 Marie has been reduced to a low-pressure system that is still spinning offshore and sending a deep tropical air mass to the Southern California region, said climate scientist Daniel Swain. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026 Spun from a low-pressure system out of the Pacific Northwest, the rain wet down roadways, cleared the air, and in some places helped tamp down fire danger. — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2026 The City of Trees is expected to see a bout of cool, wet weather as a Pacific low-pressure system lingers in Treasure Valley, according to the National Weather Service. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for low-pressure

Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-pressure

Adjective

Yet with the relentless Ukrainian drone strikes – including the biggest wave ever launched against the Moscow region as voting took place this weekend – the Kremlin has been at pains to reassure Russians that life goes on largely unaffected.

— Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026
Areas once largely unaffected are increasingly reporting infections, reflecting a gradual expansion of the virus across the country.

— Giada Zampano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of unaffected

Adjective

For a more casual vibe, visit one of downtown’s newer additions, Alma Mexico Restaurant & Bar.

— Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
Several restaurants are also within walking distance of Bucuti & Tara, ranging from casual pizza spots to upscale sushi restaurants and steakhouses.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of casual

Adjective

Despite its informal format, the encounter carries considerable symbolic significance after decades of strained relations between Washington and Caracas.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
College football kickers have started communicating with each other through informal group chats and social media to negotiate contracts, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of informal

Adjective

Typically spotted in gardens, parks and woodlands, Turdus merula is a familiar sight across Europe, with a song that’s rich, mellow and flutelike.

— Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Regardless of the crush of bodies, the vibe at Lowboy is mellow, with seasonal drinks, a delectable menu of bar food, a cute patio—and, of course, a smashburger that is to die for.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of mellow

Adjective

Researchers fabricated the devices on 4-inch wafers as well as flexible substrates, potentially making the architecture suitable for electronics that need to conform to non-flat surfaces.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026
The building was collaboratively designed by architecture firms SmithGroup and G&A, and creates more flexible spaces for exhibitions, research, and public interaction.

— News Desk, Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

The soft pink shade acts as an easygoing neutral that will go with everything, but still provide a nice wash of color.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 21 Sep. 2026
And its young, easygoing staff, around the pool, but also in its dining areas, are noticeably great with children.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of easygoing

Adjective

Just a rugged man in a stream There is, of course, nothing nonchalant about the exchange.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Then Gurov takes that famous bite of watermelon, a metaphor for what has just happened and his nonchalant reaction to it.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of nonchalant

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