Synonyms for

Taut

Verb / tɔ:t / Another word for taut — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Taut means stretched or pulled tight.

Synonyms & similar words

tight tight strained stretched rigid stiff tauten hard inflexible firm tense stern unbending tightened solid tautological nervous anxious

Example sentences

  1. The drum's skin was taut when the drummer hit it with his sticks.
  2. The trampoline was taut and bouncy.
  3. The wire was taut and held the weight of the clothesline.
  4. The sail was taut and caught the wind easily.
  5. The tightrope walker kept the rope taut by balancing his weight.

Quotes

  • The taut rope that was tying the boat to the dock snapped.
  • The tautness of the strings beneath his fingers made him shiver with pleasure.
  • The taut skin of the drum vibrated with the beat of the drumsticks.

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