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Meaning of tighter
The primary meaning of the word "tighter" is comparative form of tight, meaning more closely packed or secured.
Etymology of tighter
The word "tighter" originates from the Old English word "thight" or "tiht", which is also the source of the Modern English word "tight"
The comparative form "tighter" has been used since the 14th century to describe something that is more closely packed or secured
Synonyms
firmer
stricter
closer
narrower
tighter
more secure
more stable
more fastidious
more meticulous
more rigorous
more scrupulous
more exacting
more demanding
more precise
more accurate
more careful
more attentive
more conscientious
more thorough
more comprehensive
more detailed
more intense
more concentrated
more compact
more dense
more solid
more substantial
more robust
more sturdy
more durable
more resilient
more tensile
Definitions
- More closely packed or secured
- More strictly or rigorously controlled or enforced
- More closely or densely arranged
- More intense or concentrated
Usage Examples
- The new policy has resulted in tighter security measures at the airport
- She wrapped the bandage tighter around her ankle to provide more support
- The company is facing tighter profit margins due to increased competition
Antonyms
looser
freer
more relaxed
more lenient
more flexible
more casual
more indulgent
more permissive
more liberal
more lax
more slack
more negligent
more careless
more inattentive
more inaccurate
more imprecise
more vague
more ambiguous
more uncertain
more unstable
more insecure
more fragile
more brittle
more tenuous