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Definition of strained

strained

/streɪnd/
strained
Adverb:strainedly
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• adjective

1

Showing signs of nervous tension, anxiety, or exhaustion; not relaxed or comfortable.

Example

"Diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries have grown increasingly strained over trade disputes."

2

Produced or dilakukan with noticeable effort rather than occurring naturally or spontaneously; artificial or forced.

Example

"She offered a strained smile to her guests despite her obvious fatigue."

3

Injured or weakened by excessive physical exertion, stretching, or overuse (typically of a muscle, tendon, or voice).

Example

"The athlete had to sit out the championship match due to a strained hamstring."

4

Having passed through a sieve, filter, or cloth to separate liquid from solid matter or to create a smooth purée.

Example

"Strained yogurt is much thicker and creamier than regular yogurt because the liquid whey has been removed."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the past participle of the verb 'strain', which entered Middle English via Old French 'estreindre' from Latin 'stringere' ('to draw tight or bind').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Strained. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/strained
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