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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Byron Allen, who hosts the show that will replace “The Late Show,” joined via video call, contributing brief remarks that touched on broader shifts in television and late-night programming.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
And consumer sentiment touched an all-time low on Friday, according to University of Michigan researchers.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
CHESKY: It touched almost every feature, especially the software part of the app.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
“Boosters” is a rascally, freewheeling comedy touched by an absurdist sensibility, but it’s also deeply attuned to issues of workers’ rights and structures of power.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Misery and death touched every part of American life as the war raged through another year.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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