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touched

American  
[tuhcht] / tʌtʃt /

adjective

  1. (of the mind or feelings) affected with emotion; moved, especially with sympathy or gratitude.

    They were very touched by your generosity.

  2. slightly crazy; unbalanced.

    touched in the head.


touched British  
/ tʌtʃt /

adjective

  1. moved to sympathy or emotion; affected

  2. showing slight insanity

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Etymology

Origin of touched

First recorded in 1450–1500; late Middle English; touch, -ed 2

Example Sentences

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"The handball law states that if a player scores in the opponents' goal immediately after the ball has touched their hand/arm, even if accidental, then it's a handball offence," he said.

From BBC

In a charity fundraiser started in his memory, Zeeshan was described as being known for his "kindness, generosity, and laughter touched everyone who knew him".

From BBC

However, the court said the case touched on matters of public interest and should continue to play out.

From The Wall Street Journal

“As a teenage girl, this dramatic story touched my soul,” Stasevska says, adding that she still remembers the experience and thinking, “ ‘This music understands me, this is exactly how I feel.’

From Los Angeles Times

Kate touched two of her fingers together, lightly, without making a sound.

From Literature