Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Tighten.
How to pronounce tighten:
UK
Tighten - as a verb
Make tight or tighter
Example: "Tighten the wire"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fasten9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Become tight or tighter
Example: "The rope tightened"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Severely restrict in scope or extent
Example: "Tighten the rules"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
constrain11stiffen13tighten upExample Sentences
"Please tighten the screws on this chair."
"The mechanic needs to tighten the bolts on the car engine."
"She tightened her grip on the handlebars as she rode the bike downhill."
"The company decided to tighten its security measures after a recent breach."
"You should tighten the knot to secure the rope properly."
Word Game Points
Is TIGHTEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tighten is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TIGHTEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is TIGHTEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tighten is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTIGHTEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is TIGHTEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tighten is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTIGHTEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
