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TIGHTENED

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Tightened.

Tightened - as a verb

Make tight or tighter

Example: "Tighten the wire"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fasten9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Become tight or tighter

Example: "The rope tightened"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Severely restrict in scope or extent

Example: "Tighten the rules"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
constrain11stiffen13tighten up

Narrow or limit

Example: "Reduce the influx of foreigners"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reduce9

Example Sentences

"She tightened the screws on the machine."
"He tightened his grip around the handle."
"The plumber tightened the pipe fitting."
"The coach tightened the team's defense during practice."
"She tightened the knot on her shoelaces."
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Word Game Points

Is TIGHTENED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tightened is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TIGHTENED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is TIGHTENED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tightened is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TIGHTENED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is TIGHTENED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tightened is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TIGHTENED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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