Having little or no space between things, fitting closely, or not easily moving; or firmly fixed or held in place; or (of a person or animal) physically tense or anxious; or (of money or credit) difficult to obtain or scarce; or (of a schedule or situation) demanding and leaving little time or flexibility; or closely controlling something. It can also refer to a close relationship or a secure hold.
Tight meaning with examples
- The lid of the jar was screwed on so tight, I couldn't open it. He strained as he tried to loosen the stubborn top, the air hissing out. The seal was incredibly tight and sealed securely with a vacuum.
- Her new dress was too tight; it restricted her movements. The seam at the waist was pulling. Feeling self conscious, she worried if it would rip at the dance, so she felt constrained.
- The security guard kept a tight watch over the building. He constantly surveilled everything. His vigilance maintained the space with his stringent and watchful supervision.
- With the economic downturn, the company's budget was very tight. The resources available had been trimmed and became limited. Spending was scrutinised by the executives.
- We have a very tight schedule for this trip and need to adhere to it. There is only a small amount of flexibility. Delays need to be avoided in these conditions.
Tight Crossword Answers
3 Letters
END WET
4 Letters
TAUT SNUG MEAN FAST
5 Letters
PALSY CHEAP OILED DRUNK TENSE TIPSY STIFF MINGY CLOSE NASTY
6 Letters
STINGY SECURE BLOTTO LOADED PISSED SOAKED SOUSED
7 Letters
MISERLY COMPACT CRAMPED CROCKED FUDDLED PIEEYED SLOPPED SLOSHED SMASHED SOZZLED SQUIFFY CLOSELY
8 Letters
SQUEEZED INTIMATE BESOTTED COCKEYED RIGOROUS
9 Letters
CLOSEKNIT COMPACTED PIXILATED PLASTERED STRINGENT
10 Letters
BLINDDRUNK COMPRESSED
11 Letters
INTOXICATED CONSTRICTED
12 Letters
CONSTRAINING