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Definition of itchy

itchy

/ˈɪtʃ.i/
itch · y
Adverb:itchily
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1

Having or causing an irritating sensation on the skin that provokes a desire to scratch.

Example

"The heavy wool sweater felt too itchy to wear without a cotton undershirt."

2

Nervously restless, impatient, or eager to act or leave.

Example

"After sitting in the waiting room for two hours, the passengers started getting itchy and impatient."

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• Rhymes for itchy

• Nearby Words

itata
itch
itchiness
itchy
itea
item
itemization

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century from the noun 'itch' and the suffix '-y'; 'itch' itself descends from Old English 'gyccan', from a West Germanic root meaning to tickle or scratch.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Itchy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/itchy
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