moved
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Emotionally affected or stirred: Describes a state of being emotionally touched, stirred, or affected, often to the point of visible reaction, such as tears or speechlessness. It implies a genuine, deep emotional response to something poignant, kind, or sad.
Usage and Examples
General Usage:
- The audience was visibly moved by the actor's powerful final monologue.
- She felt deeply moved by the generosity of the community.
- I was too moved to speak after hearing her story.
Common Constructions:
- to be moved by something/someone: To feel an emotional reaction because of something or someone.
- He was profoundly moved by the documentary about refugees.
- to be moved to tears/to action: To be so emotionally affected that one cries or is inspired to act.
- The charity's work moved him to make a large donation.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
"Moved" vs. "Touched": While similar, "moved" often suggests a stronger, more profound emotional effect that may be more visibly apparent, whereas "touched" can indicate a gentler, more personal feeling of gratitude or warmth.
- I was touched by your card. (gentle appreciation)
- I was moved to tears by the memorial service. (stronger, visible emotion)
In Formal or Literary Contexts: Can describe a powerful aesthetic or spiritual experience.
- The beauty of the symphony moved her in a way she could not explain.
Variants and Related Words
- Move (verb): The base verb. While its primary meaning is to change position, it can also mean to stir the emotions.
- The story moved me deeply.
- Moving (adjective): Causing strong feelings of sadness or sympathy; emotionally affecting.
- It was a moving tribute to her father.
- Unmoved (adjective): Not affected by emotion; indifferent.
- He remained unmoved by their pleas.
Synonyms
- Touched: Affected with a feeling of gratitude, sympathy, or tenderness.
- Affected: Influenced or touched emotionally.
- Stirred: Emotionally aroused or excited.
- Emotionally charged: Filled with emotion.
Antonyms
- Unmoved: Not emotionally affected.
- Indifferent: Having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.
- Apathetic: Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- To be moved beyond words: To be so emotionally affected that one cannot speak.
- The surprise party left her moved beyond words.
- To be deeply moved: To be affected on a very profound emotional level.
- We were all deeply moved by his heartfelt apology.
Adjective
- being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
- too moved to speak
- very touched by the stranger's kindness