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adjective
1.
having a thin skin.
2.
sensitive to criticism, reproach, or rebuff; easily offended; touchy: a thin-skinned poet.
Origin:
1590–1600
1590–1600
Synonyms
2. squeamish, soft, susceptible.
2. squeamish, soft, susceptible.
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| thin-skinned | |
| —adj | |
| sensitive to criticism or hints; easily upset or affected | |
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