Tightness

/ˈtaɪt.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The condition of being tight or firmly held together.

The tightness of the screws prevents any loosening over time.

A state of being constricted or compressed.

She felt a tightness in her chest during the stressful situation.

The quality of being precise or well-organized.

The tightness of the schedule left no room for delays.

A restriction in movement or freedom.

The tightness of the dress made it difficult for her to move comfortably.

Derived from the Old English 'tīht', meaning 'to make taut'.

tight as a drum

Extremely tight, secure.

tighten your belt

To reduce expenses or tighten budget constraints.

tight-knit

Closely united, as in a community.

tight

Having little or no give; firm.

taut

Stretched or pulled tight; not slack.

To be in a difficult situation, often financially.

I'm really tight this month, so I can't go out.

To be very close to someone in friendship.

We're tight; we share everything with each other.