1.
Something that is ~ feels rough and uncomfortable, as if it has a lot of prickles.
The bunk mattress was hard, the blankets ~ and slightly damp...
ADJ
2.
Someone who is ~ loses their temper or gets upset very easily.
You know how ~ she is.
= touchy
ADJ
3.
A ~ issue or subject is one that is rather complicated and difficult to discuss or resolve.
The issue is likely to prove a ~ one.
= thorny
ADJ