Distress and Itch

Distress

Distress verb - To trouble the mind of; to make uneasy.

Itch and distress are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Itch" instead a verb "Distress".

Itch

Itch verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: don't let her snide put-downs itch you—just ignore her

Distress and itch are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distress" instead a verb "Itch".

Nearby Words: itchy, itching, itched

How words are described

complete complete distress complete itch
real real distress real itch
severe severe distress severe itch
massive massive distress massive itch
Other adjectives: intense, serious, bad.
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