low-pressure

adjective

low-pres·​sure ˈlō-ˈpre-shər 

1

: having, exerting, or operating under a relatively small pressure

2

: easygoing

Synonyms

• affable
• breezy
• devil-may-care
• easygoing
• happy-go-lucky
• laid-back
• mellow

Examples of low-pressure in a Sentence

a low-pressure boss who lets employees do their work without looking over their shoulders

Recent Examples on the Web

The lake effect snow will transition to widespread light to moderate snow late Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning as a low-pressure system approaches the area. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024

The fast-moving low-pressure system that ended the Big Apple’s long stretch of springlike weather will continue to bring gusty winds and colder temperatures to the area. —Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024

Support Low-Pressure Tech Experimentation To foster a culture of innovation, create opportunities for nontechnical employees to experiment with new technologies in low-pressure environments. —Expert Panel®, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024

During that period, a low-pressure system and a cold front occurred in the region, which could have produced severe weather conditions. —Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

low-pressure

adjective

low-pres·​sure

ˈlō-ˈpresh-ər

1

: having or operating under a relatively small pressure

2

: easygoing