tighter

adj. more firm, fixed, or narrow than something else.

adj. the comparative form of tight, describing a greater degree of physical constriction or tension.

“These new shoes feel much tighter than my old ones.”

“The mechanic adjusted the belt until it was significantly tighter, ensuring that the engine would no longer produce that high-pitched squealing sound.”

adj. having more rules or being more careful with money or time.

adj. describing a greater degree of control, discipline, or financial restriction.

“The school has much tighter security since the new gates were installed.”

“With the quarterly budget becoming tighter, the department head was forced to cancel all non-essential travel for the remainder of the year.”