Finesentence logo

Tickled: meaning, definitions and examples

😂
Add to dictionary

tickled

 

[ ˈtɪkəld ]

Verb
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.

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

Etymology

The word 'tickle' derives from the Middle English term 'ticklen' and Old Norse 'tikka', meaning to touch lightly. The word has been used since the 14th century to describe the action of causing laughter or a reflexive response through light contact. Over time, it has evolved to encompass not just the physical sensations but also the emotional impacts of delight and amusement. The playful nature of the word reflects its connection to joy and happiness, which is evident in various cultures that use tickling as a form of bonding or play among children and adults alike.

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.