pruinate

/ˈpʒʊrɪneɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to produce or cause a strong itching sensation, especially in the skin

“The irritating plant prurinates my skin every time I touch it.”

2. verb

to cause or produce itching, especially as a symptom of a skin condition

“The doctor told me that the medication would prurinate for a short period of time, but it would eventually subside.”

3. noun

a strong itching sensation, especially in the skin

“The prurination I experienced after getting bitten by the mosquito was unbearable.”

Synonyms

  • irritate
  • itch

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe