noun

tightness

Tightness (noun) means the quality or state of being tight; firmness or a lack of looseness. Example: “He felt a tightness in his chest before the race.”

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noun

The quality or state of being tight; firmness or a lack of looseness.

"He felt a tightness in his chest before the race."

"The tightness of the deadline left no room for error."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHow tight, firm, or restricted something feels or is.

Common pairings

tightness in the chest tightness of a schedule

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

tightnesses plural

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Etymology

From "tight" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."

Synonyms

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concentration density closeness meanness tautness denseness minginess parsimony stringency compactness niggardness constriction

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Rhymes for tightness

lightness brightness

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tightness” mean?

The word “tightness” means the quality or state of being tight; firmness or a lack of looseness. In plain terms, how tight, firm, or restricted something feels or is.

How do you use “tightness” in a sentence?

Here is “tightness” used in a sentence: “He felt a tightness in his chest before the race.”

What part of speech is “tightness”?

“Tightness” is a noun.

What is the meaning of tightness?

"tightness" (noun) means the quality or state of being tight; firmness or a lack of looseness.

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