Itch — synonyms, definition

1. itch (Noun)

20 synonyms

appetite bee sting bite craving cupidity desire eagerness force impulse itchiness itching lust passion prick rawness scabies sore sting tingling urge

3 definitions

itch (Noun) — A contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation. ex. "he has a bad case of the itch"

itch (Noun) — A strong restless desire. ex. "why this itch to travel?"

itch (Noun) — An irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch.

5 types of

cutaneous sensation desire haptic sensation infection skin sensation

1 type

pruritus

2. itch (Verb)

12 synonyms

nick prick prickle rub scratch smart spoil sting tickle tingle torment twitch

4 definitions

itch (Verb) — Scrape with the fingers as if to relieve itching. ex. "Don't itch your insect bites!"

itch (Verb) — Have or perceive an itch. ex. "I'm itching--the air is so dry!"

itch (Verb) — Cause to perceive an itch. ex. "his skin itched"

itch (Verb) — Have a strong desire or urge to do something. ex. "She is itching to start the project"

6 types of

ache desire hurt irritate smart want

5 types

prickle tickle tingle titillate vellicate

3. itch (n/v)

5 synonyms

prick prickle sting tickle torment