taut
Word Statistics
Standard vocabulary
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Simple pronunciation
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
1. To make taut; to tauten, to tighten.
1. Under tension, like a stretched bowstring, rope, or sail; tight.
2. (of a body, muscles, etc.) Not flabby; firm, toned; (of a person) having a lean, strong body.
3. (of music, writing, etc.) Containing only relevant parts; brief and controlled.
4. Experiencing anxiety or stress.
5. (of a sailor, a ship, etc.) Neat and well-disciplined; (by extension) efficient and in order.
6. Strong; uncompromising.
Synonyms
≠ Antonyms
Source: en.wiktionary.org
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