1. | 神色不宁的;紧张的;憔悴的showing the effects of worry or pressure |
Her face looked strained and weary. 她的脸色显得憔悴疲惫。 | |
He spoke in a low, strained voice. 他焦虑地低声说话。 |
2. | 紧张的;不友好的not relaxed or friendly |
There was a strained atmosphere throughout the meeting. 会议自始至终气氛紧张。 | |
Relations between the two families are strained. 两家关系紧张。 |
3. | 不自然的;做作的;勉强的not natural; produced by a deliberate effort |
She gave a strained laugh. 她不自然地大笑了一声。 |