TOUCHED Synonyms: 289 Similar and Opposite Words

touched 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of touched

as in cracked

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verb

past tense of touch

as in felt

to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin be careful not to touch this pan—it's still hot

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as in affected

to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response your speech on the true meaning of patriotism touched me deeply

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as in marred

to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable unfortunately, his insufferable arrogance tends to touch even the good deeds that he does

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as in joined

to be adjacent to our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is

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as in concerned

to be the business or affair of I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out

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Recent Examples of touched

Adjective

Our family is very touched and deeply grateful by this incredible tribute. — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2024 Still, Federer certainly had his long runs on top and touched tennis fans worldwide for more than 20 years with his shotmaking and class on and off the court. — Christopher Clarey, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2022

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Berkshire Hathaway Berkshire's A and B shares both touched fresh highs on Tuesday. — Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026 Our fans have touched our hearts and helped pull us together. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2026 Their warmth, generosity and gift for making people feel welcome touched so many lives. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 2 Nov. 2026 Sode said the question touched on too many exhibition and industry issues to answer in a few minutes, and that trusting the audience is among the hardest parts of making a film. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026 The governor’s campaign responded to a request for comment Sunday, saying a witness refutes that the phone was touched. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026 The four also repeatedly touched on the idea that China’s fashion and lifestyle market is maturing. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026 The home had been little touched since its construction in 1964, and the couple would be only the second owners. — Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 27 Oct. 2026 Yesterday the company dropped three massive proofs that touched on math, physics and computer science, sending shockwaves rippling through those fields. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 27 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for touched

Adjective

Inspect the weatherstripping for cracked, compressed or missing foam, vinyl or rubber seals.

— Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Use them to cover a cracked deck, upgrade a front porch, create a barefoot-friendly walkway around a hot tub or pool, or even define a dedicated grilling station that’s easy to sweep clean.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026

Definition of cracked

Verb

Democrats felt optimistic about taking the majority earlier in the night than some had expected after the shocking win in South Carolina.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2026
Nobody felt that more deeply than the College Football Playoff selection committee, which raised eyebrows galore in its first attempt of the season to make sense of it all.

— Eddie Pells, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of felt

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As lieutenant governor, Stratton’s priorities included promoting equity in women’s health and leading a program aimed at putting tax dollars from cannabis sales into the communities most affected by the war on drugs.

— Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
The district covers much of western North Carolina, including Buncombe, Henderson, Haywood and Jackson counties, along with other mountain counties and a portion of Polk County, all of which were heavily affected by Hurricane Helene in 2024.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of affected

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When some youngsters in Rome tried to set a dumpster on fire, others quickly extinguished the blaze, keen to avoid the type of violence that has marred similar protests in France.

— Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026
Yet because the brain disease can be diagnosed only after death, conclusions from previous studies were marred by selection bias — a systematic error that occurs when those chosen for analysis do not properly represent the target population.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of marred

Verb

With two 30-point performances among his initial seven games, Lendeborg joined Hall of Famers Wilt Chamberlain and Rick Barry as the only other Warriors to do so.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
The public member of the joint review board, Jim Kucienski, who serves as chairman of the village’s economic development commission, joined the six other board members in attendance in voting to support approval of the TIF district, Hammel said.

— Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of joined

Verb

Opponents of Proposition 40 are concerned that the threat of wealth taxes will lead to billionaires continuing to leave the state, resulting in a long-term decrease in state income tax revenue.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Campaign promises Castro says residents continue to be concerned about development, corruption and public safety.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of concerned

Adjective

Forecasters are also watching another area of disturbed weather that currently has a 10% chance of tropical development.

— Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
At the funeral my half-sister told me I was emotionally disturbed and my memories of being slapped were lies.

— R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2026