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taut

The word “taut” has 1 syllable: taut

It's pronounced as /tɔːt/

What is synonym and antonym for taut?

In the thesaurus, “taut” has 17 synonyms and 23 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for taut along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for taut

  • close
  • firm
  • flexed
  • inflexible
  • rigid
  • snug
  • stiff
  • strained
  • stressed
  • stretched
  • tense
  • tight
  • tightened
  • tightly drawn
  • trim
  • unrelaxed
  • unyielding

Antonyms for taut

Meanings of taut

  • verb
    1. To make taut; to tauten, to tighten.
  • adjective
    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.

Example Sentences

  • He pulled the rope taut to secure the tent.
  • Her muscles were taut from hours of training.
  • The painter kept the canvas taut while working.
  • His expression remained taut with tension.
  • The fabric was stretched taut across the frame.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to taut, such as: close, drooping, droopy, elastic, firm, flabby, flaccid.

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