taut
/tɔt/
adjective
- Stretched or pulled tight; not loose or slack.
- The rope was pulled taut to keep the tent from sagging.
- The tightrope walker balanced carefully on the taut wire.
- She kept the guitar strings taut so they would produce a clear sound.
- Showing nervous tension or strain; not relaxed.
- The atmosphere in the room was taut, with everyone holding their breath.
- His face looked taut with worry as he waited for the news.
- She spoke in a taut voice, trying to control her anger.
- (of writing, music, or a performance) Controlled, concise, and without unnecessary parts.
- Her taut prose made every sentence count in the short story.
- The director kept the film's pacing taut, with no wasted scenes.
- The band delivered a taut, energetic set that had the crowd cheering.