Touch of the tism

When you're a "tad" bit autisic. Commonly used in a disrespectful manner in schools across Ireland and the UK.

Chav: nah I swear Ur so *r slur*

Chavs friend: I think we all have a touch of the tism

by ClíoIsAutisic December 2, 2022

Touch of the tism

indicating one has a smudge of autism. Often used to make fun of oneself, or someone else.

Britt has a touch of the tism.

by Jrg6969 May 29, 2023

touch of the tism

when a person is exceeding difficult or socially obtuse; when their behavior suggests the potential for a mild end of spectrum diagnosis; you do not want to be politically incorrect and rashly call someone retarded or autistic, but you're deeply frustrated with their conduct and rigidity

Oh, Katie is fixated on whether I wrote her name in dust - she's got a touch of the tism.

Tom's been fairy dusted with some eccentric and irritating personal traits - he's got a touch of the tism.

by SNLinReview May 31, 2019