Verkrampft Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Verkrampft" is mainly used as adjective meaning "tense", "cramped" or "rigid". It is also used as adverb.

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Meanings of "verkrampft" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Tense or rigid (physically or emotionally)"

"Verkrampft", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wirkt immer sehr verkrampft in sozialen Situationen.He always seems very tense in social situations.
  2. Nach dem langen Arbeitstag fühlte sie sich verkrampft und müde.After the long workday, she felt cramped and tired.
  3. Seine verkrampfte Haltung zeigte seine Nervosität.His tense posture showed his nervousness.

2.) "Acting with rigidity or tension"

"Verkrampft", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er sprach verkrampft vor der großen Menge.He spoke tensely in front of the large crowd.
  2. Sie bewegte sich verkrampft auf der Bühne.She moved stiffly on stage.
  3. Er lachte verkrampft über den Witz.He laughed awkwardly at the joke.
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