Pained
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /peɪnd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Pained is an adjective meaning In pain, especially in an emotional sense.
Meaning
In pain, especially in an emotional sense.
More Meanings
- simple past and past participle of pain
Example Sentences
The director looked as though his faith in human nature had received a rude blow. "A hundred pounds would be a very large initial fee for a small firm like this, Mr Carrados," he remarked in a pained voice.
Synonyms for pained
Depending on context, synonyms include affronted, distraught, sore, achesome, aching, achy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include displeased, offended, painful, distressed, solicitous, inward.
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