1. comparative form of tight; more firmly fixed, fastened, or stretched
2. comparative form of tight; fitting more closely to the body or having less space
3. comparative form of tight; more strict or severe in control or regulation

Examples

• The rope needs to be pulled tighter to secure the load.
• These jeans feel tighter after I washed them.
• The new manager implemented tighter security measures.
• Make sure the lid is screwed on tighter this time.
• The budget constraints are getting tighter each year.
• She adjusted the belt to make it tighter around her waist.
• The company adopted tighter quality control standards.