English edit

Etymology edit

constrained +‎ -ly

Adverb edit

constrainedly (comparative more constrainedly, superlative most constrainedly)

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