tickish
|tick-ish|
C2
/ˈtɪkɪʃ/
slightly ticklish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tickish' originates from the word 'tickle,' which comes from Middle English 'tikelen,' meaning 'to touch lightly.'
Historical Evolution
'tikelen' transformed into the modern English word 'tickle,' and 'tickish' was derived as an adjective form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to touch lightly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'somewhat ticklish or sensitive to tickling.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
somewhat ticklish or sensitive to tickling.
He felt tickish when the feather brushed against his skin.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/18 11:56