touched
Americanadjective
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(of the mind or feelings) affected with emotion; moved, especially with sympathy or gratitude.
They were very touched by your generosity.
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slightly crazy; unbalanced.
touched in the head.
adjective
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moved to sympathy or emotion; affected
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showing slight insanity
Etymology
Origin of touched
First recorded in 1450–1500; late Middle English; see origin at touch, -ed 2
Example Sentences
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He added that there were "so many more people who have touched my life in such special ways", thanking those who helped him get to where he is.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
“David leaves behind a legacy of endless creativity, unmistakable artistry, and a body of music that has touched lives across generations and around the world,” Steiling said on the band’s behalf.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
The election of Leo XIV as Pope "touched something inside me," said Kawakami, who will be among the altar servers at the papal mass.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
Any continuation of recent haven-buying on AI worries could prevent Treasury yields that recently touched their highest levels in 24 years from moving much higher.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
Carefully, she touched her right toes to the lake bottom.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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