gripped
verb (past tense of grip)UK /ɡrɪpt/
US /ɡrɪpt/
Held something very tightly with your hand.
She gripped the rope and climbed up.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Caught and held someone's attention completely.
The movie gripped the audience from the first scene.
3. Held something firmly in place so it does not move.
The tires gripped the wet road.
4. Caused a strong feeling of fear or worry.
Fear gripped the town during the storm.
5. Held a tool or object in a particular way.
He gripped the bat and stepped up to the plate.