Meaning of the word pained in English

What does pained mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pained

US /peɪnd/
UK /peɪnd/

Adjective

suffering or showing suffering; distressed

Example:
He gave a pained smile, trying to hide his disappointment.
Her face had a pained expression as she listened to the bad news.