Definition

In a way that causes laughter or discomfort due to being touched lightly.

Example

She laughed ticklishly when her friend poked her sides.

Conversation

Do you remember that time we were at the park and I tickled you?

Yes, I was laughing so hard; it was so ticklishly funny!

I didn’t know you were that ticklishly sensitive!

I guess some spots are just extra sensitive for me.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ticklishly → It is formed from "ticklish" (from Middle English *ticklish*, meaning sensitive to being tickled) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "ticklishly" means in a manner that is sensitive to being tickled.

Memory Tip

Think of being sensitive to touch, as in 'ticklish', and remember that 'ticklishly' describes how someone reacts in that sensitive manner.

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