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Touchy (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Difficult to handle; requiring great tact; "delicate negotiations with the big powers"; "hesitates to be explicit on so ticklish a matter"; "a touchy subject".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The politician's views on immigration are a touchy subject that she avoids discussing in public.
  • He's a bit of a touchy person, so you have to be careful what you say around him.
  • The company's financial struggles are a touchy topic that the CEO prefers not to discuss with the press.
  • The teacher tried to approach the sensitive issue of bullying in a way that was gentle and non-confrontational, as it was a touchy subject for many of the students.
  • The diplomat's job was to navigate the touchy negotiations between the two rival nations, requiring great tact and diplomacy.

Synonyms

  • Delicate
  • Ticklish

Meaning 2

Quick to take offense.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • He's a bit touchy about his weight, so it's best not to mention it.
  • She's been touchy all day, I think she's just stressed about the upcoming exam.
  • Don't bring up politics around him, he's really touchy about his views.
  • After the argument, she was touchy and didn't want to talk to anyone.
  • He's a bit of a touchy person, so you have to be careful what you say around him.

Synonyms

  • Thin-skinned
  • Feisty
  • Huffy

Related Words

  • Touchiness (noun)
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