itching
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms 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
From Middle English ecchinge, ȝitchinge, ʒicchinde, ʒichande (also unassibilated as yckyng), from Old English ġiċċende (“itching”), from Proto-West Germanic *jukkjandi, 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.