Synonyms for tingle

Synonyms for (noun) tingle

Synonyms: prickling, tingle, tingling

Definition: a somatic sensation as from many tiny prickles

Similar words: somaesthesia, somatesthesia, somatic sensation, somesthesia

Definition: the perception of tactual or proprioceptive or gut sensations

Usage: he relied on somesthesia to warn him of pressure changes


Synonyms: chill, frisson, quiver, tingle, thrill, shiver, shudder

Definition: an almost pleasurable sensation of fright

Usage: a frisson of surprise shot through him

Similar words: fright, fear, fearfulness

Definition: an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)


Synonyms for (verb) tingle

Synonyms: tingle, prickle

Definition: cause a stinging or tingling sensation

Similar words: itch

Definition: have or perceive an itch

Usage: I'm itching--the air is so dry!


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