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TOUCHIEST

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Touchiest.

Touchiest - as an adjective satellite

Quick to take offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feistyhuffythin-skinned

Difficult to handle; requiring great tact

Example: "Delicate negotiations with the big powers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delicateticklish

Touchiest - as an adjective

(of a situation) extremely sensitive or volatile; easily disturbed to the point of becoming unstable; requiring caution or tactfulness.

Example: "It is an extremely touchy situation, with everybody's patience wearing thin."

(of a person) easily offended; oversensitive; ticklish.

Example: "He can be very touchy when you talk about his cat, so be as tactful as possible."

Example Sentences

"She is the touchiest person I know; even the slightest criticism can upset her."
"Dealing with sensitive issues can be delicate as people tend to be touchiest about subjects they care deeply about."
"He's touchiest when it comes to discussing his past failures."
"The comedian managed to navigate the touchiest topics with tact and humor."
"The director has to tread carefully when giving feedback to his touchiest actors."
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Word Game Points

Is TOUCHIEST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, touchiest is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TOUCHIEST has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is TOUCHIEST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, touchiest is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TOUCHIEST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is TOUCHIEST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, touchiest is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TOUCHIEST has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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