What is another word for itches?

Pronunciation: [ˈɪt͡ʃɪz] (IPA)

Itches are uncomfortable sensations on the skin, and there are several synonyms for this word. The first synonym is "irritation." This word often describes a more persistent or intense itch that can be painful if scratched. Another synonym is "tingling," which is a mild itch that feels like tiny, prickly sensations on the skin. "Prickling" is another synonym for itches that is similar to tingling, but often has more of a buzzing or vibrating sensation. "Scratchiness" is a synonym that can describe both physical itches, like a rash, as well as psychological itches, like the urge to speak up or take action. Lastly, "crawlies" is a colloquial synonym that refers to the feeling of insects or spiders crawling on the skin, even though there are none.

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Usage examples for Itches

You don't know how it itches.
"The New Book Of Martyrs"
Georges Duhamel
Bolinayen, you stick the needle in my finger where it itches.
"Traditions of the Tinguian: A Study in Philippine Folk-Lore"
Fay-Cooper Cole
"My hand itches to reward you in accordance with the inner prompting of a full heart," replied the merchant, after a well-sustained pause.
"Kai Lung's Golden Hours"
Ernest Bramah Commentator: Hilaire Belloc

Famous quotes with Itches

  • We'll take what the other team gives us. We'll scratch where it itches.
    Hayden Fry
  • I speak English, so I am no longer cute. My tongue itches for French.
    Anna Held
  • It is not so important to be serious as it is to be serious about the important things. The monkey wears an expression of seriousness which would do credit to any college student, but the monkey is serious because he itches.
    Robert M. Hutchins
  • The kind of thing I'm good at is knowing every politician in the state and remembering where he itches. And I know where to scratch him.
    Earl Long
  • I have a simple philosophy: Fill what's empty. Empty what's full. Scratch where it itches.
    Alice Roosevelt Longworth

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