be touched with (something)
1. To possess or contain some amount of something. Even though this novel is dated, it's still touched with some wisdom for today's world. Her directing style is definitely unorthodox, but I think she is touched with genius. Patty's screenplay is touched with a nice subtle humor that I really think you'll appreciate.
2. To be struck with or affected by tender emotions, especially gratitude or sympathy, as a result of some gesture, act, or thing. I was really touched with all the students' farewell cards on my last day of teaching. We were all very touched with what you said at the funeral, Mike. A: "I knew you'd never been on a real date before, so I wanted make it special for you." B: "Wow. I'm so touched with the effort you put into all of this!"
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