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touchy

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective touchy has 2 senses
  1. huffy, thin-skinned, touchy - quick to take offense
    Antonym: insensitive (indirect, via sensitive)
  2. feisty, touchy - irritable and looking for trouble; "too touchy to make judicious decisions"
    Antonym: good-natured (indirect, via ill-natured)

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Touchy

Adjective

1. Easily offended or upset

Description: Refers to a person who is easily offended, sensitive, or prone to getting upset.

Example sentence: She is quite touchy about her cooking skills, so be careful not to criticize her dishes.


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Adjective

2. Requiring delicate or careful handling

Description: Describes a situation or object that needs careful treatment due to its sensitivity or fragility.

Example sentence: The antique vase is very touchy; make sure to handle it with utmost care.


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