Pruritic: meaning, definitions and examples

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pruritic

[prʊˈrɪtɪk ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

Causing an itching or itching sensation.

Word	Description / Examples
pruritic	Use in medical or scientific settings to describe a condition that causes an urge to scratch due to inflammation or irritation. The patient has been diagnosed with a pruritic rash caused by an allergic reaction
itchy	More commonly used in everyday language to describe the feeling that makes you want to scratch your skin. After walking through the grass, my legs felt really itchy The mosquito bites were very itchy
scratchy	Used to describe a surface or material that feels rough against the skin or to describe a slightly annoying sound. The old, scratchy blanket made it hard to fall asleep Her voice sounded a bit scratchy after the long concert
irritating	Commonly used to describe something that causes annoyance, discomfort, or mild pain. This can be physical or emotional. The wool sweater was very irritating to his skin Her constant humming was quite irritating

Pruritic conditions can be a symptom of various underlying health issues, such as allergies, infections, or liver disease.
Certain skin conditions, like eczema and psoriasis, are commonly associated with pruritys, often requiring prescription treatments.
The sensation of itching involves complex interactions between the skin's nerve endings and the brain.

The phrase 'itching for something' is a common idiom in many cultures, symbolizing a deep desire, similar to how we feel pruritic when we need to scratch.
Humor often captures the idea of itching – consider cartoons where characters comically try to scratch an impossible itch.

Studies suggest that simply thinking about an itch can trigger the sensation in the brain, highlighting the connection between mind and body.
Pruritic experiences can become bothersome and lead to anxiety, especially if they disrupt sleep or daily activities.

In poetry, the itch metaphorically represents longing or desire, illustrating deeper emotional states.
Authors sometimes use pruritic imagery to convey characters' discomfort or anxiety, creating visual and relatable experiences for readers.

Translations of the word "pruritic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pruriginoso

🇮🇳 खुजलीदार

🇩🇪 juckend

🇮🇩 gatal

🇺🇦 сверблячий

🇵🇱 swędzący

🇯🇵 かゆい (kayui)

🇫🇷 prurigineux

🇪🇸 pruriginoso

🇹🇷 kaşıntılı

🇰🇷 가려운 (gayeoun)

🇸🇦 حاكّ (haak)

🇨🇿 svědivý

🇸🇰 svrbivý

🇨🇳 瘙痒的 (sàoyǎng de)

🇸🇮 srbeč

🇮🇸 kláði

🇰🇿 қышымалы

🇬🇪 ქავილიანი (k'aviliani)

🇦🇿 qaşıntılı

🇲🇽 pruriginoso