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Meaning of the word tight in English

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tight

US /taɪt/
UK /taɪt/
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Adjective

1.

fixed, fastened, or closed firmly

Example:
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Make sure the lid is tight.
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The knot was so tight I couldn't untie it.
Antonym:
loose slack
2.

fitting closely

Example:
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These jeans are too tight for me.
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She wore a tight dress to the party.
Antonym:
loose baggy
3.

held or controlled in a strict or precise way

Example:
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Security was very tight at the event.
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They kept a tight control over their expenses.
Synonym:
strict rigorous firm close precise
4.

(of a group of people) closely knit or organized

Example:
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They are a very tight-knit community.
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The band played a really tight set.
Synonym:
close-knit united compact well-organized
5.

(of money or time) restricted or limited

Example:
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Money is a bit tight this month.
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We're on a very tight schedule.
Synonym:
scarce limited restricted straitened

Adverb

tightly or firmly

Example:
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Hold on tight!
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The lid was screwed on tight.
Antonym:
loosely
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Related Word:
tights tightness tight-knit tight-fitting tight five tight-lipped sit tight