titillated

tit·il·late

T t

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [tit-l-eyt]
- /ˈtɪt lˌeɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [tit-l-eyt]
- /ˈtɪt lˌeɪt/

Definitions of titillated word

verb with object titillated to excite or arouse agreeably: to titillate the fancy. Synonyms: rouse, tempt, tease. 1
verb with object titillated to tickle; excite a tingling or itching sensation in, as by touching or stroking lightly. 1

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Origin of titillated

First appearance:

before 1610

One of the 40% oldest English words

1610-20; < Latin tītillātus, past participle of tītillāre to tickle; see -ate1

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Parts of speech for Titillated

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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titillated popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for titillated

adj titillated

fascinated — to attract and hold attentively by a unique power, personal charm, unusual nature, or some other special quality; enthrall: a vivacity that fascinated the audience.
gone on — past participle of go1 .

verb titillated

coquetted — to coquet.
innervated — to communicate nervous energy to; stimulate through nerves.
innerved — Simple past tense and past participle of innerve.
itched — Simple past tense and past participle of itch.
mousetrapped — Simple past tense and past participle of mousetrap.

adjective titillated

enthusiastic — Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

All 8 Synonyms of titillated