itching
2 synonyms for itching, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A skin sensation that makes you want to scratch.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Came into English from Middle English ecchinge, ȝitchinge, ʒicchinde, ʒichande (also found unassibilated as yckyng), which developed from Old English ġiċċende (“itching”), from Proto-West Germanic *jukkjandi, the present participle of *jukkjan (“to itch”); equivalent to itch + -ing.
Full origin of itching →Frequently asked questions
What does “itching” mean?
The word “itching” means a skin sensation that makes you want to scratch. In plain terms, the feeling of wanting to scratch your skin.
How do you pronounce “itching”?
“Itching” is pronounced IHT-shihng (/ˈɪt͡ʃɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “itching” in a sentence?
Here is “itching” used in a sentence: “The cream is meant to relieve itching and redness.”
What part of speech is “itching”?
“Itching” is a noun.
Is “itching” a common word?
“Itching” is an uncommon word in modern English.
