Tighten: meaning, definitions and examples

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tighten

[ ˈtaɪtən ]

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security

To make something tighter or more secure by reducing slack or increasing tension.

Synonyms

fasten, secure, strengthen

Examples of usage

He tightened the screws on the door to improve security.
The company decided to tighten its cybersecurity measures after a data breach.
She tightened the straps on her backpack before starting the hike.

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control

To make rules or restrictions more strict or to exert control over something.

Synonyms

enforce, intensify, strengthen

Examples of usage

The government decided to tighten regulations on pollution to protect the environment.
The coach warned the players that he would tighten discipline if they didn't improve their performance.
The teacher had to tighten classroom management to maintain order.

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economy

To reduce spending, increase efficiency, or make financial policies more restrictive.

Synonyms

constrict, cut back, reduce

Examples of usage

The central bank decided to tighten monetary policy to control inflation.
The company had to tighten its budget due to a decrease in revenue.
The government's decision to tighten austerity measures led to public protests.

Translations

Translations of the word "tighten" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apertar

🇮🇳 कसना

🇩🇪 festziehen

🇮🇩 mengencangkan

🇺🇦 затягнути

🇵🇱 zaciskać

🇯🇵 締める (しめる)

🇫🇷 serrer

🇪🇸 apretar

🇹🇷 sıkmak

🇰🇷 조이다

🇸🇦 يشد

🇨🇿 utáhnout

🇸🇰 utiahnuť

🇨🇳 紧固 (jǐngù)

🇸🇮 zategniti

🇮🇸 herða

🇰🇿 тарылту

🇬🇪 მოჭერა

🇦🇿 sıxmaq

🇲🇽 apretar

Word origin

The word 'tighten' originated from the Middle English word 'tichten', which means 'to make tight'. The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century. Over time, 'tighten' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to making something more secure, strict, or efficient.