Definitions for constrained

constrained con·strained

Spelling: [kuh n-streynd]
IPA: /kənˈstreɪnd/

Constrained is a 11 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 14 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 17 points.

You can make 2007 anagrams from letters in constrained (acdeinnorst).

Definitions for constrained

adjective

  1. forced, compelled, or obliged:
  2. stiff or unnatural; uneasy or embarrassed:

verb (used with object)

  1. to force, compel, or oblige:
  2. to confine forcibly, as by bonds.
  3. to repress or restrain:

Origin of constrained

First recorded in 1565-75; constrain + -ed2

Examples for constrained

Both are constrained by the willingness of readers to shell out money for books that may or may not be worth buying.

Tesla has said that its ability to produce cars has been constrained by a lack of batteries from suppliers.

"You would say wrong, then," replied Mr. Vincent, in a constrained voice.

In one fell swoop, the Supreme Court has constrained government power, expanded corporate rights, and protected religious tyranny.

The morning meal, therefore, passed off in constrained silence.

To put it anachronistically, you didn't belong to the constrained world of Marx and Milton Friedman.

"From general character," Belinda began, in a constrained voice.

Casanova was constrained to admit that he often played cards at the Baron's house.

He never ignited much enthusiasm, however, and he was constrained to choose a highly ideological legislator running mate.

Through dinner Harriett and Robin were silent and constrained.

Word Value for constrained
Scrable

14

Words with friends

17

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