adjective
- requiring great effort; difficult or strained
- showing signs of great effort or strain, especially in breathing
Usage: often used in medical contexts
Examples
- His labored breathing indicated he was having trouble with the altitude.
- The comedian’s labored jokes fell flat with the audience.
- She gave a labored explanation that confused everyone.
- The patient’s labored respiration concerned the doctor.
- His labored writing style made the essay hard to read.
- The actor’s labored performance seemed unnatural.
- After the marathon, his labored steps showed his exhaustion.