/ˈtʌtʃ.i.nəs/ the fact of needing to be dealt with carefully because people may be offended or upset: Everyone is aware of the touchiness of the situation .

Is touchiness a word?

1. Tending to take offense with slight cause; oversensitive. 2. Requiring special tact or skill in handling; delicate: a touchy situation.

What does it mean to be touchy person?

If you describe someone as touchy, you mean that they are easily upset, offended, or irritated. [disapproval] She is very touchy about her past.