tight

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈtīt/
Adjective
19 definition(s)
1 Definition

having elements close together

Example Sentences
  • a tight line of type
2 Definition

so close in structure as to prevent passage or escape (as of liquid, gas, or light) compare lightproof, watertight

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  • a tight seal
3 Definition

fitting very close to the body

Example Sentences
  • tight shoes
4 Definition

closely packed : very full

Example Sentences
  • a tight bale of hay
5 Definition

barely allowing time for completion

Example Sentences
  • tight deadlines
6 Definition

allowing little or no room for free motion or movement

Example Sentences
  • a tight turn
7 Definition

strongly fixed or held : secure

Example Sentences
  • a tight grip on the ladder
8 Definition

not slack or loose : taut

Example Sentences
  • a tight stomach
9 Definition

marked by unusual tension (as in the face or body)

Example Sentences
  • a family tight with fear
10 Definition

difficult to cope with

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  • in a tight spot financially
11 Definition

relatively difficult to obtain

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  • a tight job market
12 Definition

not liberal in giving : stingy

Example Sentences
  • tight with a penny
13 Definition

characterized by little difference in the relative positions of contestants with respect to final outcome : close

Example Sentences
  • a tight race for mayor
14 Definition

characterized by firmness or strictness in control or application or in attention to details

Example Sentences
  • keeps a tight hand on her investments
15 Definition

marked by control or discipline in expression or style : having little or no extraneous matter

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  • tight writing
16 Definition

characterized by a polished style and precise arrangements in music performance

17 Definition

having a close personal or working relationship : intimate

Example Sentences
  • is tight with the boss
18 Definition

being such that the subject fills the frame

Example Sentences
  • a tight close-up
19 Definition

somewhat drunk

Adverb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

chiefly dialectal : capable, competent

2 Definition

fast, tightly, firmly

Example Sentences
  • the door was shut tight
3 Definition

in a sound manner : soundly

Example Sentences
  • sleep tight