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Meaning of tightness
The primary meaning of the word "tightness" is a state of being tightly closed, fastened, or packed.
Etymology of tightness
The word "tightness" originates from the Old English word "tīht" or "tīeht", which is also the source of the Modern English word "tight"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a state of being tightly closed, fastened, or packed
The word has evolved over time to include various meanings, including a feeling of being constricted or restricted
Synonyms
firmness
rigidity
stiffness
tautness
tension
constraint
strictness
severity
closeness
compactness
density
solidity
hardness
inflexibility
inelasticity
immobility
fixedness
stability
security
solidity
soundness
robustness
strength
solidity
cohesion
unity
coherence
consistency
congruence
concision
precision
exactness
meticulousness
scrupulousness
strictness
stringency
austerity
rigor
harshness
toughness
Definitions
- The state of being tightly closed or fastened
- * The state of being tightly packed or crowded
- * A feeling of being constricted or restricted
- * A measure of how tightly something is closed, fastened, or packed
Usage Examples
- The tightness in her chest made it hard to breathe
- * The tightness of the seal ensured that the container was airtight
- * The tightness of the schedule left little room for error