Synonyms for
Strained
Definition
The definition of 'strained' is to put pressure on something or someone, especially in a way that is unnatural or uncomfortable.
Synonyms & similar words
try
unstrain
tenseup
sift
filterout
distort
laboured
agonistic
puree
reach
stress
extend
labored
deform
filtrate
strive
separateout
tense
relax
constrained
strain
forced
filter
sieve
stressed
forced
squeezed
jammed
compelled
bludgeoned
pushed
pulled
dragged
exerted
overexerted
overtaxed
overworked
overburdened
overstrained
overtasked
taxed
troubled
perturbed
worried
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- strained relations
- strained voice
- strained smile
- strained effort
- strained silence
- strained atmosphere
- strained look
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe relationships, sounds, or efforts that are not natural or easy. Can imply tension or difficulty.
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Example sentences
- He strained his eyes trying to read the tiny print.
- She strained her voice yelling at the concert.
- I strained my pasta to remove the excess water.
- The athlete strained his leg during the race.
- The relationship strained under the pressure of long-distance.
Quotes
The mark of a true crush... is that you fall in love first and grope for reasons afterward.
I have a strained relationship with my parents because right after I was born they moved to California and left me with my grandmother.
I have a very strained relationship with my parents. Growing up, there was a lot of anger and resentment in our house.