1 : marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation he's a little touchy about his past. 2 : calling for tact, care, or caution in treatment a touchy subject. 3a of a body part : acutely sensitive or irritable.

What does it mean if someone is touchy?

adjective, touch·i·er, touch·i·est. apt to take offense on slight provocation; irritable: He is very touchy when he's sick. requiring caution, tactfulness, or expert handling; precarious; risky: a touchy subject; a touchy situation. sensitive to touch. easily ignited, as tinder.

What does it mean to feel rather touchy?

easily offended or upset: You have to be careful what you say to Kevin - he's kind of touchy.