Itchy

usgb/ˈɪtʃi/
adjective

Having or creating an irritating sensation on the skin that makes you want to scratch.

These wool sweaters are too itchy to wear.
Visual representation of "itchy" - Having or creating an irritating sensation on the skin that makes you want to scratch

Often appears as...

  • itchy skin
  • itchy sweater
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Common Trigger

Think of things that often cause itching, like wool or allergies, when you see 'itchy'.

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I need to take off this itchy scarf.
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Physical Sensation

Itchy is used to describe something physical that causes an urge to scratch.

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This itchy rash is driving me crazy.
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