Scratchiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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scratchiest
[ ˈskræʧiɪst ]
feeling uncomfortable
The term 'scratchiest' refers to something that is irritatingly rough or abrasive to the touch. It is often used to describe textures that cause discomfort, especially when in contact with skin. This superlative form indicates the highest degree of such a quality, suggesting that it is more uncomfortable than any other similar thing. For example, a scratchy sweater may lead to skin irritation or a scratchy throat may cause discomfort while swallowing.
Synonyms
irritating, itchy, raspy, rough.
Examples of usage
- This sweater is the scratchiest I've ever worn.
- The scratchiest part of the blanket kept me awake all night.
- I have a scratchiest throat, and it hurts to speak.
- The texture of the rug was scratchiest on my bare feet.
Translations
Translations of the word "scratchiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais arranhado
🇮🇳 सबसे खुरदुरा
🇩🇪 am kratzigsten
🇮🇩 paling kasar
🇺🇦 найпухкіший
🇵🇱 najbardziej drapiący
🇯🇵 最もかさぶたのある
🇫🇷 le plus rugueux
🇪🇸 el más áspero
🇹🇷 en kazıntılı
🇰🇷 가장 긁힌
🇸🇦 الأكثر خدشًا
🇨🇿 nejdrsnější
🇸🇰 najdrsnejší
🇨🇳 最粗糙的
🇸🇮 najbolj grob
🇮🇸 þorstur
🇰🇿 ең кедір-бұдыр
🇬🇪 ყველაზე ქერცლიანი
🇦🇿 ən xırda
🇲🇽 el más áspero
Etymology
The word 'scratchy' is derived from the verb 'scratch', which has Old English origins from the term 'scracian', meaning to scratch or to scrape. The evolution of the word has retained this core meaning of a rough or abrasive quality. The suffix '-y' is often added in English to adjectives to denote a quality or characteristic. In this case, 'scratchy' describes the quality of being scratch-like. The superlative form 'scratchiest' follows standard English grammar rules for forming superlatives by adding '-est' to the adjective. The usage has become common in describing various tactile sensations in everyday life, especially in textiles and feelings.