What does TIGHT mean?

Parts of Speech: adjective, adverb, verb (intransitive)

Definitions:

• firmly fixed in place; not loose or able to be moved (e.g. a tight lid)
• fitting closely to the body or a part of the body (e.g. tight jeans)
• difficult to move or operate; stiff (e.g. a tight door)
• strictly controlled or constricted; limited (e.g. a tight budget)
• close to the point of being uncomfortable; oppressive (e.g. a tight deadline)

Pronunciations:

• US: /taɪt/
• UK: /tʌɪt/

Origin and Usage: The word "tight" has Old English and Middle English origins. It has been in use since the 14th century and has various meanings depending on the context. It is commonly used to describe something that is firmly fixed in place, fitting closely to the body, or difficult to move or operate.

Synonyms:

• firm
• secure
• close-fitting
• constricted
• oppressive

Related Words:

• fight
• right
• light
• sight
• night

Example Sentences:

• The lid was tight and wouldn budge.
• She wore tight jeans that showed off her figure.
• The door was so tight that it wouldn open.