moving

[ moo-ving ]

adjective

1. capable of or having movement:

   a moving object.

2. causing or producing motion.
3. involved in changing the location of possessions, a residence, office, etc.:

   moving expenses.

4. involving a motor vehicle in motion.
5. actuating, instigating, or impelling:

   the moving spirit behind the party.

6. stirring or evoking strong feelings or emotions, especially touchingly or pathetically:

   a moving story.

   Synonyms: poignant, pathetic, affecting, touching

moving

/ ˈmuːvɪŋ /

adjective

1. arousing or touching the emotions
2. changing or capable of changing position
3. causing motion

Derived Forms

• ˈmovingly, adverb

Other Words From

• moving·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of moving¹

First recorded in 1300–50, moving is from the Middle English word meving. See move, -ing ²

Related Words

• eloquent
• emotional
• expressive
• gripping
• heartbreaking
• heartrending
• inspirational
• inspiring
• meaningful
• persuasive
• poignant
• stirring
• stunning
• touching