tightness
|tight/ness|
B2
/ˈtaɪtnəs/
(tight)
firmly secure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tightness' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tīht,' where 'tīht' meant 'firmly drawn or stretched.'
Historical Evolution
'tīht' transformed into the Middle English word 'tight,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tightness.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'firmly drawn or stretched,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the state of being tight.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being tight.
The tightness of the lid made it difficult to open.
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Noun 2
a feeling of pressure or constriction.
He felt a tightness in his chest.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45