tight
tight
taɪt
tait
British pronunciation
/taɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "tight"in English

01

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

tight definition and meaning
02

stretched firmly

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The rope was tight, holding the load securely.
03

reluctant to give or share

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He is tight with his money, never tipping.
04

pressed together or densely packed

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The crowd was tight, leaving little room to move.
05

so closely made that nothing passes through easily

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The jar lid was tight, keeping the contents fresh.
06

difficult to obtain, especially in borrowing

07

not allowing passage of air, water, or other substances

08

requiring strict following of rules or plans, with little flexibility

09

extremely challenging to deal with

10

having evenly matched competitors or outcomes in a contest or competition

11

pulled or stretched so that the surface is smooth, flat, or fully extended

12

having consumed enough alcohol to become very drunk

13

firmly fastened, held, or fixed in place

14

having little available money or time, making it difficult to manage or spend freely

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15

(of a turn or curve) very sharp or narrow, requiring careful or slow maneuvering

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The racer slowed down before the tight corner.
16

stylish, cool, or impressive

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tight
01

in a manner that is firmly held, fastened, or closely fitted

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The lid of the jar was screwed on tight to keep the contents fresh.
02

in a way that shows careful attention

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She watched the process tight to catch any mistakes.
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