Strain Synonyms

63 strain synonyms include tension, tightness, tautness, shear, distension, tensity, injury, sprain, wrench, and twist. Strain is a noun, and its antonyms are ease and relaxation. Here are some additional synonyms for "strain" with example sentences.

Another word for Strain

63 other ways to say strain.

1. tension

  • tightness  
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  • tensity  
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  • tension
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  • tautness  
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  • shear  
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  • distension  
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2. injury

  • wrench  
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  • twist  
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  • sprain  
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  • rick  
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  • injury  
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3. pressure

4. stress

  • weariness  
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  • tiredness  
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  • tension
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  • stress
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  • pressure of work  
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  • overwork  
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  • nervous tension  
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  • fatigue  
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  • exhaustion  
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  • duress  
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  • anxiety  
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5. sound

6. variety

7. element

8. tendency to

  • trait  
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  • tendency to  
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  • susceptibility to  
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  • propensity to  
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  • proneness to  
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  • proclivity to  
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  • inclination to  
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  • disposition
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  • characteristic
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Use strain in a Sentence

As the conflict dragged on, the strain on diplomatic relations grew even more intense.

He hoped that the compensation would ease the financial strain caused by his injury.

She felt the strain of balancing her job, family, and personal life all at once.

The vaccine was ineffective against the new strain.

Unavoidable expenses can strain a budget.