Words Like STRAINED

We have put together a list of words that are similar to STRAINED.

4 Alternative Words Similar to strained

1 Affected Adjective      Similar Words Like Affected
2 Awkward Adjective      Similar Words Like Awkward
3 Tense Adjective      Similar Words Like Tense
4 Wrenched Adjective      Synonym Words Like Wrenched

4 examples of strained

1 strained relations between old friends
2 his wit was strained
3 forced heartiness
4 a strained smile

10 definitions of strained

1 Subjected to great or excessive tension; wrenched; weakened.
2 Done or produced with straining or excessive effort.
3 lacking spontaneity; not natural
4 showing signs of mental and emotional tension
5 lacking natural ease
6 struggling for effect
7 Having been passed through a strainer: a bowl of strained peaches.
8 Done with or marked by excessive effort; forced: strained humor.
9 Extended beyond proper limits: a strained meaning.
10 Antagonized to the verge of open conflict: strained relations.
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