Scratchiness: meaning, definitions and examples

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scratchiness

[ ˈskrætʃiˌnəs ]

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feeling

The quality or state of being scratchy; roughness or harshness in texture or sound.

Synonyms

coarseness, irritation, roughness

Examples of usage

The scratchiness of the fabric made it uncomfortable to wear.
I couldn't stand the scratchiness of the new carpet under my feet.

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sound

A harsh or grating sound.

Synonyms

grating, harsh, raspy

Examples of usage

The scratchiness of the old vinyl record added to its vintage charm.
The scratchiness of the microphone made it difficult to hear the speaker.

Translations

Translations of the word "scratchiness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aspereza

🇮🇳 खुरदुरापन

🇩🇪 Kratzen

🇮🇩 kekasaran

🇺🇦 свербіж

🇵🇱 szorstkość

🇯🇵 かゆみ

🇫🇷 démangeaison

🇪🇸 picazón

🇹🇷 kaşıntı

🇰🇷 가려움증

🇸🇦 خشونة

🇨🇿 svědění

🇸🇰 svrbenie

🇨🇳 痒

🇸🇮 srbenje

🇮🇸 kláði

🇰🇿 қышыну

🇬🇪 ქავილი

🇦🇿 qaşınma

🇲🇽 picazón

Word origin

The word 'scratchiness' is derived from the verb 'scratch', which comes from Old English 'screccan', meaning 'to scratch'. The suffix '-ness' is added to form a noun indicating the quality or state of being scratchy. The concept of scratchiness has been present in language for centuries, reflecting the universal experience of rough or harsh textures and sounds.