Strained and Sincere

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Strained adjective - Lacking in natural or spontaneous quality.

Usage example: I took the complaint manager's strained smile to mean I wasn't a welcome sight

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Sincere is an antonym for strained.

Nearby Words: strain, straining, strainer

Sincere adjective - Free from any intent to deceive or impress others.

Usage example: done out of a sincere desire to help others

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Strained is an antonym for sincere.

Nearby Words: sincerely, sincerity

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