itchy

[ich-ee]

adjective

itchier, itchiest 

1. having or causing an itching itching sensation.

2. characterized by itching. itching.

Other Word Forms

• itchiness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of itchy¹

1520–30; itch, + -y ¹; compare Old English giccig (rare) purulent, putrid

Example Sentences

Molly Clarke, 57, is among a number of people in Ballykelly who have been repeatedly bitten by the insects, leaving them with large, itchy red spots and rashes.

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I get the focus-boosting and well-being benefits of a more predictable schedule, without the itchy feeling I get when a human tells me when or how long I need to stay at my desk.

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Known as the "silent killer", hep C may cause few symptoms initially, with early signs including night sweats, brain fog, itchy skin and fatigue.

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A well-known deodorant brand has apologised after some of its roll-on products reportedly left customers with itchy, burning armpits.

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A couple of days later, an itchy, spotty rash appears.

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