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Itchy: meaning, definitions and examples

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itchy

 

[ ˈɪtʃi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

skin irritation

Causing an uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to scratch. Itchy skin can be caused by various factors such as dryness, allergies, insect bites, or skin conditions.

Synonyms

pruritic, scratchy, tingly

Examples of usage

  • My mosquito bites are so itchy!
  • I have itchy skin because of the dry weather.
  • Don't scratch your itchy rash, it will only make it worse.
Context #2 | Adjective

restlessness or impatience

Feeling a strong desire to do something or go somewhere, often out of restlessness or impatience. Itchy can be used to describe a feeling of eagerness or excitement.

Synonyms

eager, impatient, restless

Examples of usage

  • I'm feeling itchy to go on vacation.
  • She gets itchy if she stays at home for too long.

Translations

Translations of the word "itchy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coceira

🇮🇳 खुजली

🇩🇪 juckend

🇮🇩 gatal

🇺🇦 сверблячий

🇵🇱 swędzący

🇯🇵 かゆい (kayui)

🇫🇷 démangeaison

🇪🇸 picor

🇹🇷 kaşıntılı

🇰🇷 가려운 (galyoung)

🇸🇦 حكة (ḥikka)

🇨🇿 svědící

🇸🇰 svrbivý

🇨🇳 痒 (yǎng)

🇸🇮 srbeč

🇮🇸 kláði

🇰🇿 қышу

🇬🇪 ქავილი (k'avili)

🇦🇿 qaşıntılı

🇲🇽 picazón

Etymology

The word 'itchy' originated from the Old English word 'giccian', meaning 'to itch'. The sensation of itching has been a part of human experience since ancient times, often associated with skin irritation or discomfort. Throughout history, remedies for itching have included herbal treatments, scratching, and even superstitions. Today, modern medicine offers a variety of solutions for itchy skin, ranging from topical creams to antihistamines.

See also: itch, itchiness, itching.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,154, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.