Definition

Related to the sense of touch; involving or perceived through touch.

Example

The tactual experience of the fabric was soft and smooth against my skin.

Conversation

I just got this new phone with a really tactual screen.

Oh, nice! Does it feel different from your old one?

Yeah, it makes it easier to navigate with my fingers.

That sounds great! I love when devices have tactual features.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tactual is formed from "tact" (from Latin "tactus", meaning touch) and the suffix "-ual" (meaning relating to). The word "tactual" refers to something that is related to or involves the sense of touch.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tact' which relates to 'touch' — so 'tactual' means something that relates to the sense of touch.

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