ಅರ್ಥ : Showing signs of mental and emotional tension.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
Her voice was strained as she asked the question.
ಅರ್ಥ : Lacking spontaneity. Not natural.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
A constrained smile.
Forced heartiness.
A strained smile.
ಸಮಾನಾರ್ಥಕ : constrained, forced