TOUCHY
/ˈtʌtʃi/
6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective
Definition of TOUCHY
(of a situation) Extremely sensitive or volatile; easily disturbed to the point of becoming unstable; requiring caution or tactfulness.
"It is an extremely touchy situation, with everybody's patience wearing thin."
(of a person) Easily offended; oversensitive; ticklish.
"He can be very touchy when you talk about his cat, so be as tactful as possible."
Examples of TOUCHY in a Sentence
- "It is an extremely touchy situation, with everybody's patience wearing thin."
- "He can be very touchy when you talk about his cat, so be as tactful as possible."
Word Details
Is TOUCHY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TOUCHY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TOUCHY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TOUCHY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | o | u | c | h | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 14 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TOUCHY
35 words from the letters in TOUCHY
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How to Use TOUCHY in Word Games
TOUCHY is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TOUCHY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble TOUCHY to find 35 additional valid words.