tactile

adjective
/ˈtæk.taɪl/

Meaning

related to or involving the sense of touch
Connected with the sense of touch; perceptible by touch or giving a sensation when touched.

Example Sentences

The fabric had a pleasant tactile quality.

The tactile experience of the fabric was soft and smooth.

Synonyms

touchable, tangible, palpable, physical, material, perceptible
Entry 1
touchable, tangible, palpable, physical, material
Entry 2
touchable, perceptible, tangible, palpable, physical, material

Antonyms

intangible, abstract, impalpable, imperceptible, untouchable, immaterial
Entry 1
intangible, abstract
Entry 2
intangible, impalpable, imperceptible, untouchable, immaterial, abstract

Collocations

tactile sensation, tactile feedback, tactile learning, tactile surface

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