taut (Meaning)
taut (s)
pulled or drawn tight
subjected to great tension; stretched tight
taut (a.)
Tight; stretched; not slack; -- said esp. of a rope that is tightly strained.
Snug; close; firm; secure.
Synonyms & Antonyms of taut
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taut Sentence Examples
- The rope between the two boats was pulled taut, creating immense tension.
- The gymnast's muscles were taut as she gracefully performed her routine.
- The sails were tautly billowing against the strong wind, propelling the sailboat forward.
- The skin on the drummer's snare was taut, resulting in a crisp and resonant sound.
- The tension between the two characters was palpable, their words like taut strings.
- The kite's string was taut, keeping it suspended high in the air.
- The artist's canvas was stretched taut on the frame, ensuring a smooth and even surface.
- The bowstring was drawn taut as the archer aimed at the target with precision.
- The fabric of the dress was tautly sewn, accentuating the woman's elegant figure.
- The reins were held taut as the rider skillfully guided their horse through the trail.
FAQs About the word taut
pulled or drawn tight, subjected to great tension; stretched tightTight; stretched; not slack; -- said esp. of a rope that is tightly strained., Snug; close; fi
tightened,tight, tense,rigid, stiff, firm,unyielding, unrelaxed, inflexible
lax,loose, slack, lax, hanging, slack, hanging, loose, yielding, supple
The rope between the two boats was pulled taut, creating immense tension.
The gymnast's muscles were taut as she gracefully performed her routine.
The sails were tautly billowing against the strong wind, propelling the sailboat forward.
The skin on the drummer's snare was taut, resulting in a crisp and resonant sound.
