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Tickled: meaning, definitions and examples

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tickled

 

[ˈtɪkəld ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

emotional response

Tickled is the past tense of the verb 'tickle,' which refers to the act of touching someone in a way that causes laughter or a funny sensation. It can also mean to please someone or make them feel happy in a metaphorical sense. The physical act can involve light touches on sensitive areas, while the emotional aspect may involve delightful surprises or joy.

Synonyms

amuse, delight, entertain.

Examples of usage

  • The clown tickled the children at the party.
  • She was tickled to receive the unexpected gift.
  • He tickled his little sister until she couldn't breathe from laughing.
  • The comedian's jokes really tickled the audience.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Old English 'ticalen', which means to touch lightly.
  • In Middle English, it was pronounced 'ticklen', showing how language has changed over time.

Psychology

  • Humans often feel ticklish sensations due to a blend of surprise and the sensation of being touched.
  • The laughter from being tickled is involuntary, occurring even when we are expecting it.

Cultural Perspectives

  • Different cultures have various responses to tickling; in some, it's a playful affection, while in others, it can be viewed as invasive.
  • Certain tribal cultures use tickling as a bonding activity, emphasizing the importance of laughter in social interactions.

Science

  • Tickling affects the brain, activating areas responsible for laughter, surprise, and fun.
  • Research suggests that tickling can even produce endorphins, contributing to feelings of happiness.

Pop Culture

  • In cartoons, tickling is often exaggerated to create comedic scenes and evokes laughter from audiences.
  • In the world of stand-up comedy, references to tickling are common as they relate to childhood experiences and humor.

Translations

Translations of the word "tickled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fazendo cócegas

🇮🇳 गुदगुदी किया

🇩🇪 gekitzelt

🇮🇩 menggelitik

🇺🇦 пощипаний

🇵🇱 łaskotany

🇯🇵 くすぐったい

🇫🇷 chatouillé

🇪🇸 cosquilleado

🇹🇷 gıdıklanmış

🇰🇷 간지러워진

🇸🇦 مُدغدغ

🇨🇿 pohladil

🇸🇰 pohladkaný

🇨🇳 挠痒痒

🇸🇮 pobožan

🇮🇸 klóra

🇰🇿 құшақтау

🇬🇪 გართობა

🇦🇿 xışqırma

🇲🇽 cosquilleado

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,724, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.