tight
Translation
tight, firm, close-fitting, snug
Examples
These shoes are too tight.
These shoes are too tight.
Hold on tight to the rope.
Hold on tight to the rope.
The schedule is very tight.
The schedule is very tight.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) tight to be close-fitting These shoes are too tight.
hold on tight to hold firmly Hold on tight to the rope.
Similar Words
Synonyms: snug, firm, constricted; Antonyms: loose, slack
Etymology
From Old Norse 'þéttr', meaning 'dense, solid'.
Memory Tips
Imagine trying to get into jeans that are too tight.