peer pressure

American  

[peer presh-er] / ˈpɪər ˈprɛʃ ər /

noun

1. social pressure by members of one's peer group to take a certain action, adopt certain values, or otherwise conform in order to be accepted.

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peer pressure Cultural  

1. The social influence a peer group exerts on its individual members, as each member attempts to conform to the expectations of the group. (See conformity.)

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Example Sentences

They said they felt peer pressure to be on social media, even if they didn’t want to be.

From Washington Post

The women are also challenging gender stereotypes and facing down peer pressure.

From BBC

“The coach is establishing a culture, figuring out different ways that we can push the envelope schematically and have a positive peer pressure amongst our staff to continue to learn from one another,” McVay said.

From Los Angeles Times

Here are four common misconceptions about peer pressure and ways that caregivers can raise children to resist negative influences and make smart, healthy choices.

From Washington Post

When the pair return to school after a blissful summer break hanging out together, peer pressure begins to affect the relationship in dramatic fashion.

From Los Angeles Times