Strained
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /stɹeɪ̯nd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Strained is an adjective meaning Forced through a strainer.
Meaning
Forced through a strainer.
More Meanings
- Under tension; tense.
- Not natural or spontaneous but done with effort
- simple past and past participle of strain
Example Sentences
A strained smile.
Ever since the fight our relationship has been strained.
Babies don’t seem to like strained peas, even though the puree is easy for them to eat and digest.
Synonyms for strained
Depending on context, synonyms include constrained, tense, awkward, agonistic, laboured, affected.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laboured, labored, constrained, forced, awkward, affected.
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