tingle
10 synonyms for tingle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To feel a light prickling or stinging sensation on the skin.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To feel a light prickling or stinging sensation on the skin.
“Her fingers tingled from the cold.”
How to use tingle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tingle with excitement
a tingle of fear
make your skin tingle
Etymology
Origin uncertain, likely related to "tinkle" or an old word meaning "to tickle".
Full origin of tingle →Frequently asked questions
What does “tingle” mean?
The word “tingle” means to feel a light prickling or stinging sensation on the skin. In plain terms, a light prickling feeling on the skin, often from cold, excitement, or nerves.
How do you pronounce “tingle”?
“Tingle” is pronounced TIHNG-guhl (/ˈtɪŋɡəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tingle” in a sentence?
Here is “tingle” used in a sentence: “Her fingers tingled from the cold.”
What is another word for “tingle”?
Words with a similar meaning to “tingle” include itch.
What part of speech is “tingle”?
Depending on how it is used, “tingle” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “tingle” have?
“Tingle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to feel a light prickling or stinging sensation on the skin.
