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Definition of tight - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
firmheld firmly together, not loose or open
- The lid was tight on the jar.
2.
snug fitfitting closely to the body
- She wore a tight dress to the party..
3.
narrowdifficult to pass through or penetrate
- The alley was too tight for the truck.
4.
friendshipUS intimately friendly or close-knitUS
- They have been tight since childhood.
5.
timelimited or restricted in time
- We are on a tight schedule today.
6.
scarcityscarce or hard to obtain
- Money was tight after the holidays.
7.
frugalUK miserly or unwilling to spend moneyUK
- He's known to be tight with his money.
8.
precisewell-rehearsed and accurate
- The band played a tight set.
9.
excellentUS extraordinarily great or specialUS
- That was a tight performance!
Adverb
1.
securelyfirmly, so as not to come loose
- He held the rope tight.
2.
sleepUK soundly or deeplyUK
- She slept tight all night.
Expressions with tight
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wish someone a good night
Sleep tight, see you in the morning.
very close or snug
The dress she wore was pretty tight.
place where space is limited
The car got stuck in a tight corner of the parking lot.
situations where space is limited
The truck had difficulty navigating the tight corners in the alley.
keep a strong hold on something
Hold on tight to the railing.
there is little money available to spend
We cannot travel this year, money is tight.
not willing to spend much money
He is tight with money and rarely buys new things.
in a difficult or dangerous situation
He found himself in a tight spot after losing his job.
while facing a difficult or pressured situation
She finished the project in a tight squeeze.
hold something firmly to prevent it from slipping
She kept a tight grip on the slippery rope.
wait patiently without taking action
We need to sit tight until we get more information.
difficult or challenging situation
He found himself in a tight spot during the meeting.
small space shared by many people or things
The elevator was a tight squeeze during rush hour.
stay calm and wait without taking action
During the storm, it's time to sit tight.
manage time strictly and efficiently
She runs a tight schedule to ensure every task is completed on time.
manage an organization strictly and efficiently
The new manager runs a tight ship, ensuring all tasks are completed on time.
manage an organization strictly and efficiently
The new manager steers a tight ship, ensuring all tasks are completed on time.
waiting patiently without taking action
She is sitting tight until she hears back from the job interview.
hold onto something firmly
Make sure to hang tight to the rope.
while facing a difficult or dangerous situation
She managed to stay calm in a tight corner.
exercise firm oversight, restricting another person's independence
Her parents kept a tight rein on her spending and curfew.
acting in a strange or unusual way
Her decisions show she's not wrapped too tight.
under strict control or supervision
The employees are on a tight leash at the new company.
extremely tight or secure without any gaps
The lid was tight as a drum, keeping the contents fresh.
Origin of tight
Old English, thight (dense, close)
Terms with tight included in their meaning
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tighten
make tight or tighter
reduce tightness
make less tight or fixed
physical objects
become less tight or firm
medical
condition where body covering lacks water and feels rough or tight
tight group
group of people or things close together
crowd
gather together in a tight group
tight squeeze
force something into a space roughly
tight space
make something less wide
loosen
make something less tight or rigid
emotion
tight or affectionate hug
space
tight or crowded space
space
fit into a tight place
swimming accessory
tight-fitting cap worn to keep hair dry while swimming
clothing
tight-fitting garment worn for swimming
underwear
short tight-fitting underpants for men or women
gathering
gather or form into a tight group
tight space
overcrowded or congested with people or things
sports
tight shorts for comfort and efficiency in cycling
cooking
heavy pot with a tight lid used for slow cooking
control
tight hold on something
tight budget
live with very limited financial resources
clothing
socks that are not tight on the legs
adjust clothing
make a collar less tight
adjust belt
make your belt less tight
Examples of tight in a sentence
The seal stayed tight despite the pressure. The shirt was too tight to be comfortable. He prefers tight jeans over loose ones. The dress was too tight to zip up. The tunnel was tight and dark. Their group is really tight, always supporting each other.
We became tight after working on the project together. The deadline is tight, so hurry up. We have a tight window to finish this task. Fresh water is tight during the dry season. Jobs were tight in the town that winter. She's tight when it comes to lending money. Their tight budget doesn't allow for luxuries. Their performance was tight and impressive. The script was tight, with no unnecessary scenes. Her outfit was tight and stylish. The band's new album is really tight. She tied the knot tight to secure the package. The lid was screwed tight to prevent leaks. He slept tight despite the noise outside. The baby slept tight in her crib.
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- French:hermétique, bien serré, ...
- German:fest, stramm, ...
- Italian:ben chiuso, ben saldo, ...
- Spanish:ajustado, firmemente, ...
- Portuguese:apertado, firmemente, ...
- Chinese:紧的, 紧紧地, ...
- Japanese:しっかり閉まった, しっかりと, ...
- Arabic:مُحْكَم, بِإِحْكَام, ...
- Hebrew:הָדוּק, חָזָק, ...
- Russian:плотно закрытый, крепко, ...
- Ukrainian:щільний, міцно, ...
- Hindi:कसा हुआ, कसकर, ...
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