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, pathetic, affecting, touching

moving

/ ˈmuːvɪŋ /

adjective

1. arousing or touching the emotions

2. changing or capable of changing position

3. causing motion

Other Word Forms

• movingly 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

Example Sentences

“We have a lot to accomplish and we’re moving fast,” Ellison said.

From Los Angeles Times

With Enid, it’s even the case with Ajax, and moving on to Bruno, which is Ajax saw her one way, and she’s not that girl anymore.

From Los Angeles Times

In August, the BBC was told that the family will be moving into the eight-bedroom Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park.

From BBC

As the youngster curiously mulled about, moving sticks around, some conspicuous features became clear.

From Los Angeles Times

In the city, data show homeless people are moving into new permanent supportive housing faster.

From Los Angeles Times

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