ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Tactile

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtæktaɪl/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Tactile is an adjective meaning Tangible; perceptible to the sense of touch.

Meaning

Tangible; perceptible to the sense of touch.

More Meanings

  1. Used for feeling.
  2. Of or relating to the sense of touch.
  3. Prone to touching people or things.

Example Sentences

tactile illusion
tactile method of reading
The delicacy of the tactile sense varies on different parts of the skin; it is greatest on the forehead, temples and back of the forearm.

Synonyms for tactile

Depending on context, synonyms include palpable, tangible, touchable, haptic, tactual.

Antonyms for tactile

Common opposites include intangible, untouchable.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include tactual, haptic, tangible, touch, hands-on, material.

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