constrainedly

English

Etymology

constrained +‎ -ly

Adverb

constrainedly (comparative more constrainedly, superlative most constrainedly)

  1. in a constrained manner; subject to constraint
    • 1903, Carter Goodloe, Calvert of Strathore‎:
      As his glance met that of Mr. Calvert, he bowed constrainedly, and the red of his face deepened.
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