Tighten Definition & Meaning
tighten
- verb
- make tight or tighter; "Tighten the wire"
- become tight or tighter; "The rope tightened"
- restrict; "Tighten the rules"; "stiffen the regulations"
- narrow or limit; "reduce the influx of foreigners"
"Tighten" in song lyrics
See how tighten is used in real songs:
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"The more we press on, the more they tighten"
Coldcut f/ Queen Latifah — Find a Way -
"Why they wanna make my sanity tighten"
Flesh-N-Bone — Say a Little Prayer -
"Scrap wit no doors, four walls tighten"
Jedi Mind Trick f/ Sean Price — Blood Runs Cold
Words that rhyme with tighten
Usage tips for "tighten"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tighten" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tighten to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does tighten mean?
- make tight or tighter; "Tighten the wire" become tight or tighter; "The rope tightened" restrict; "Tighten the rules"; "stiffen the regulations" narrow or limit; "reduce the influx of foreigners"
- What part of speech is tighten?
- Tighten is a verb.
- How many definitions does tighten have?
- Tighten has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).