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Meaning of itchy
The primary meaning of the word "itchy" is feeling or causing a sensation that prompts scratching.
Etymology of itchy
The word "itchy" originated from the Old English word "gicchian" or "gician", which is also related to the Old Norse word "kika", both meaning to itch, and has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe a sensation that prompts scratching.
Synonyms
prickly
scratchy
tingling
sensitive
irritating
annoying
uncomfortable
scratchy
pesky
bothersome
vexing
troublesome
uncomfortable
irritating
inflamed
sore
tender
painful
uncomfortable
annoying
maddening
infuriating
exasperating
frustrating
uncomfortable
irksome
bothersome
galling
nettlesome
peeving
Definitions
- Feeling or causing a sensation that prompts scratching, typically due to irritation of the skin
- Having a strong desire or craving for something
Usage Examples
- The mosquito bites made my skin itchy and uncomfortable.
- She had an itchy feeling that something was not quite right.
- The new soap left my skin feeling itchy and dry.