low-pressure

[loh-presh-er]

adjective

1. having or involving a low or below-normal pressure, as steam or water.

2. without vigor or persistence; not forceful or aggressive.

   a low-pressure campaign.

3. quietly persuasive; subtle; indirect.

   a low-pressure salesman.

low-pressure

adjective

1. having, using, or involving a pressure below normal

   a low-pressure gas

2. relaxed or calm

Word History and Origins

Origin of low-pressure¹

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

“It’s certainly early for this time of year and an unusually deep low-pressure system,” Lund said.

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A weak low-pressure system is expected to move through Southern California starting Saturday, bringing thunderstorms, winds and isolated showers to the region, according to the National Weather Service.

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Lewis said the low-pressure system that is pulling another bout of tropical moisture north this week is not as strong as what played out last week.

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This summer, he said, a low-pressure system has been parked over the Pacific Northwest and California, leading to unrelenting cloud cover and cooler temperatures.

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Rather, this one is fueled by a low-pressure system in northern Mexico, creating similar outcomes.

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Related Words

• breezy 
• calm 
• carefree 
• casual 
• composed 
• easy 
• easygoing 
• flexible 
• informal 
• laid-back 
• nonchalant 
• placid 
• serene 
• spontaneous 
• tolerant 
• tranquil