TIGHTEN

/ˈtaɪ.tən/ ► audio Scrabble 11 Words With Friends 12

Definition

  1. verb make tight or tighter. — synonyms: fasten
  2. verb become tight or tighter.
  3. verb severely restrict in scope or extent. — synonyms: stiffen, tighten_up, constrain
  4. verb narrow or limit. — synonyms: reduce

Examples

  • “Please tighten that screw a quarter-turn.”
  • “That joint is tightening as the wood dries.”
  • “If the government doesn't tighten the money supply, inflation is certain to be harsh.”

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