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itchy

1 of 1adjective
/ˈɪtʃi/
Forms:itchier,itchiest
1

causing an annoying feeling on the skin that makes a person want to scratch it

  • The mosquito bites left itchy red spots.
  • The wool sweater felt too itchy on her skin.
  • An itchy scarf can be uncomfortable in winter.
  • The rash made his arms red and itchy.
  • An itchy throat can be an early sign of a cold.
2

experiencing an uncomfortable sensation on the skin makes one want to rub or scratch it

  • His arms were itchy after playing in the grass.
  • She kept scratching her itchy scalp all day.
  • After swimming, his itchy skin turned red.
  • My nose feels itchy when I touch this fabric.
  • I woke up with itchy eyes from the dust.
3

nervous and unable to relax