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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tighter

/ˈtaɪtər/ adverb · British & US
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What does tighter mean?

adverb

More tightly; to a greater degree of tightness. Used to indicate a greater degree of something, especially a physical quality such as tightness or closeness.

Example

"She tightened the screw until it was tighter."

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