moving

adjective

mov·ing | \ ˈmü-viŋ

Definition of moving

1a : marked by or capable of movement

b : of or relating to a change of residence moving expenses

c : used for transferring furnishings from one residence to another a moving van

d : involving a motor vehicle that is in motion a moving violation

2a : producing or transferring motion or action

b : stirring deeply in a way that evokes a strong emotional response a moving story of a faithful dog

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moving, impressive, poignant, affecting, touching, pathetic mean having the power to produce deep emotion. moving may apply to any strong emotional effect including thrilling, agitating, saddening, or calling forth pity or sympathy. a moving appeal for contributions impressive implies compelling attention, admiration, wonder, or conviction. an impressive list of achievements poignant applies to what keenly or sharply affects one's sensitivities. a poignant documentary on the homeless affecting is close to moving but most often suggests pathos. an affecting deathbed reunion touching implies arousing tenderness or compassion. the touching innocence in a child's eyes pathetic implies moving to pity or sometimes contempt. pathetic attempts to justify misconduct

Examples of moving in a Sentence

a moving story of a faithful dog He gave a moving speech at the memorial service.

Recent Examples on the Web

Yet some of his most moving stories were about the kind of regular people who only read about luxuries such as the Concorde. — Danica Kirka, Fox News, "Veteran AP reporter, editor Robert Barr dies at age 71," 31 Aug. 2018 And so buoy 46410 and all that moving water got shared — in text messages, phone calls and on social media. — Zaz Hollander, Anchorage Daily News, "The case of the phantom tsunami: Why an Alaska buoy showed a big wave that wasn’t there.," 25 Jan. 2018 Here are the biggest moments from a truly moving hour of television. — Mehera Bonner, Harper's BAZAAR, "Roger Finally Redeemed Himself on Outlander," 21 Jan. 2019 Netflix's Tidying Up with Marie Kondo may have ridiculously banal content—watching people clean out their closets and drawers—but the emotional toll of letting go is a surprisingly moving experience. — Lonnie Firestone, Glamour, "It Took a Fire in My Building to Understand Marie Kondo's Method," 15 Jan. 2019 Clearly moved by the story, Harry popped the letter in his jacket pocket and offered up some moving words of comfort and affirmation to Otia. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Prince Harry Had Some Touching Advice For a 6-Year-Old Boy Who Lost His Mother," 31 Oct. 2018 Written and directed by Debra Granik (Winter’s Bone), Leave No Trace is an often surprising and very moving film about familial love. — Alissa Wilkinson, Vox, "A dozen streamable shows and movies that kids can watch (and parents will like)," 24 Dec. 2018 The moving photo shows Wade sitting down while Union, standing, leans down to kiss his head. — Sarah Jacoby, SELF, "Gabrielle Union on What It’s Like to Have a Baby After Multiple Miscarriages," 3 Dec. 2018 Lady Gaga confirmed her engagement to Christian Carino during her moving acceptance speech at Elle's 25th annual Women in Hollywood event. — Carrie Goldberg, Harper's BAZAAR, "Lady Gaga's Engagement Ring is the Pink Version of Kate Middleton's," 17 Oct. 2018

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