Taut
/tɔːt/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:4 ptsWWF:5 pts4 letters
Definition of Taut
adjective
- Under tension, like a stretched bowstring, rope, or sail; tight.
- (of a body, muscles, etc.) Not flabby; firm, toned; (of a person) having a lean, strong body.
- (of music, writing, etc.) Containing only relevant parts; brief and controlled.
- Experiencing anxiety or stress.
- (of a sailor, a ship, etc.) Neat and well-disciplined; (by extension) efficient and in order.
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SYNONYMS
concisecrisptersetightnonrelaxedstrainedtenseunrelaxednonslackstretchedtensioned
ANTONYMS
untaut