Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tight-spot

Noun
/taɪt spɒt/
Definition
A difficult situation that is hard to escape from or resolve.
Examples
  • She found herself in a tight-spot when her car broke down in the middle of nowhere.
  • He was in a tight-spot, facing a decision between two equally risky job offers.
Meaning
A tight-spot refers to a challenging circumstance where options are limited, and the individual may feel trapped or pressured.
Synonyms
  • difficult situation
  • predicament
  • quandary
  • jam
  • bind