TOUCHES Synonyms: 393 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of touch

as in feels

to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin be careful not to touch this pan—it's still hot

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as in affects

to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response your speech on the true meaning of patriotism touched me deeply

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as in taints

to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable unfortunately, his insufferable arrogance tends to touch even the good deeds that he does

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as in joins

to be adjacent to our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is

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as in concerns

to be the business or affair of I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out

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touches

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noun

plural of touch

as in splashes

a very small amount added just a touch of parsley to the dish

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as in features

something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind each designer has his or her own personal touches

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as in hints

an almost imperceptible sign of something a touch of irritation tinged his voice as the candidate fielded yet another question about his personal finances

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Recent Examples of touches

Verb

Remove vines from your home and trim vegetation that touches the house. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 June 2026 Tooth loss touches nearly a quarter of adults over 60, and until now the fix has meant implants, dentures or bridges. — Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026 But because cannabis isn’t just any plant, Barthel also touches on topics outside the usual gardening class curriculum. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 July 2026 For Jesús Roberto Ramírez, a 36-year-old poet and content creator, the phrase touches on something deeper. — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026 Materials lean warm and minimal—Baltic birch, black steel, and soft shades of green—with witty Moxy touches like quirky headboard art and colorful accents. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026 Also onboard an observation deck lounge on the bridge, another lounge with windows out to the sea, and modern Scandinavian design touches throughout. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 June 2026 Important, too, is the fact that Fiascaris’ film also touches on some interesting issues, principally the increasingly dehumanizing side effects of social media. — Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 July 2026 Every manufacturer running just-in-time across a supply chain that touches the Gulf — automobiles, defense equipment, medical technology, construction materials — is now recalculating. — Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

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Other things like the ‘cool blue’ ambient lighting all around the dashboard are neat touches as well. — New Atlas, 4 July 2026 There did seem to be doubt at halftime, when Kane was a nonfactor with 10 touches and England was never close to scoring. — Stephen Whyno, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026 Croatia looked to have tied the game in the final moments, but the faintest of touches by a Croatian player made Croatia offside. — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026 Spain holds the edge in possession (55-45 percentage split), total shots (8-5), shots on target (3-2) and touches in the box (11-4). — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 July 2026 Preparations are underway as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding day nears, and experts say is likely a prenuptial agreement will be included in those final touches. — Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 3 July 2026 But Van Sant’s imaginative and deeply poignant retelling of Shakespeare’s Henry IV is a pleasure in its own right, its sweetness and gentle touches of surrealism coming together to form a heartbreaking ode to young love. — Liam Hess, Vogue, 28 June 2026 The country’s tragic 21st-century travails provide much of the fodder for the couple’s drama in director Cyril Aris’ moving film, including whether to stay or emigrate, with touches of magical realism and whimsy providing levity. — David Faris, TheWeek, 6 July 2026 Released in May 2025, the timepiece is based on the RM 72-01 flyback chronograph that launched in 2020, but features a few fresh aesthetic touches in honor of the Monegasque racer. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches

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The fabric feels cool against my skin and never sticks or clings, even on warmer nights.

— Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
Speak clearly, then act on the opening that feels constructive and well-timed.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026

Definition of feels

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One of the most common – yet frequently misunderstood – causes of chronic pelvic pain is endometriosis, a condition that affects about one in 10 women of reproductive age.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026
This issue mainly affects the crafts/below-the-line categories, like directing, editing and cinematography, which are evaluated by specific episodes ahead of nominations.

— Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 6 July 2026

Definition of affects

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Set in post-Civil War America, former Confederate soldier Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount) joins the lawless traveling town ‘Hell on Wheels,’ which follows the construction of the first-ever transcontinental railroad.

— Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
The new Explorer joins the F-150, Super Duty, Expedition and Maverick, offering Tremor additions.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026

Definition of joins

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That case concerns a longstanding Supreme Court precedent that broadly shields members of such boards from being fired at will, in order to protect them from partisan interference.

— Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
What concerns me is that many yung people are not indoctrinated about what the flag means.

— Jonathan M. Pitts, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2026

Definition of concerns

Noun

As the United States of America celebrated its 250th birthday on terra firma with fireworks displays this weekend, two Asian countries made some splashes of their own farther from Earth.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026
This recipe has a citrus base that feels seasonally appropriate with splashes of Tabasco which add extra heat.

— Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 4 July 2026

Definition of splashes

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Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 July 2026
Organizing Elements To really put your mudroom over the top, consider incorporating features that help make organizing your home easier.

— Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 July 2026

Definition of features

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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
And while the couple have yet to confirm their wedding plans, details and hints around their wedding ceremony have begun to emerge, sending Swifties into overdrive.

— Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 3 July 2026