Question

English term ‘Stress’ has been derived from which language?

• A. German
• B. Greek
• C. Latin
• D. None of these \textbf{Correct Answer:} (C) Latin

Hint:

Think “strictus = tight” $\Rightarrow$ tension $\Rightarrow$ stress.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Etymology chain. Latin {stringere/strictus} = “to draw tight” $\rightarrow$ Old French {estresse} = “narrowness/pressure” $\rightarrow$ English “distress/stress.” The word was used in 17th-century mechanics (force on materials) and popularized in physiology/psychology by Hans Selye in the 20th century.
Step 2: Conclude. $$ \boxed{\text{Latin (Option C)}} $$