Definitions
adj. Fitting closely or held firmly, with little room to move.
紧的；紧身的
adj. Leaving very little extra time, money, or space.
紧张的；余地很小的
adv. Firmly and securely, without becoming loose.
紧紧地；牢牢地
Example
These shoes are too tight around my toes.
这双鞋的鞋头太紧，挤着我的脚趾。
Schools operating on tight budgets may struggle to provide students with modern equipment and adequate support.
预算紧张的学校可能难以为学生提供现代化设备和充分的支持。
Collocations
- tight jeans
- a tight budget
- a tight deadline
- hold tight
Word family
- tightly (adv.)
- tighten (v.)
- tightness (n.)
Synonyms
- snug
Antonyms
- loose
Usage tip
tight本身可作副词，如hold tight；tightly也表紧紧地。
FAQ
- What does tight mean?
- Fitting closely or held firmly, with little room to move. Leaving very little extra time, money, or space. Firmly and securely, without becoming loose.
- How is tight pronounced?
- UK /taɪt/, US /taɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
