Tight
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British pronunciation/tˈa‍ɪt/
American pronunciation/ˈtaɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "tight"

01

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

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His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.
The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable.
She could n't wait to take off her tight dress after the party.
02

pulled or drawn tight

tight definition and meaning
03

(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity

tight definition and meaning
04

closely joined or connected

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The seal on the container was tight, keeping the food fresh.
They formed a tight circle around the campfire to keep warm.
05

set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration

06

affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow

07

of such close construction as to be impermeable

08

requiring strict following of rules or plans, with little flexibility

09

exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent

10

having evenly matched competitors or outcomes in a contest or competition

11

stretched in a way that is completely flat or straight

12

very drunk

13

securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid

14

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

tight
01

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

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The screws were fastened tight to ensure the stability of the furniture.
The dress fit tight around her waist, accentuating her figure.
The lid of the jar was screwed on tight to keep the contents fresh.
02

in an attentive manner

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His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.
The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable.
She couldn't wait to take off her tight dress after the party.
The new jeans were so tight that she had trouble buttoning them.
The gloves were too tight on his hands, making it difficult to move his fingers.
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