Moving
ˈmuːvɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsTo change position or location; to progress or advance; to cause to feel strong emotions.
ˈmuːvɪŋ
Changing position or location
The car is moving down the street.
💡 Simply: Think about when you switch seats on the bus or when you are going to a new house. That is moving!
👶 For kids: When something changes where it is, like when you walk to the kitchen, it's moving!
More Examples
She is moving her chess piece.
The project is moving forward slowly.
How It's Used
"We are moving to a new house next week."
"The train is moving at a rapid speed."
Causing strong feelings, especially of sadness or sympathy.
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Causing strong emotions
The memorial service was very moving.
💡 Simply: Ever seen a movie that made you cry? That's because it was moving!
👶 For kids: When something makes you feel sad or happy, like a touching story, it is moving.
More Examples
It was a moving performance that brought tears to my eyes.
The photographs were a moving reminder of the past.
How It's Used
"The movie had a very moving ending."
"It was a moving experience listening to her story."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
Moving and shaking
Being very active and influential in a particular field.
"The CEO is really moving and shaking in the business world."
keep moving
To continue to progress or make advancements.
"Even when things are tough, keep moving."
From Middle English *movinge*, present participle of *moven* ('to move'), from Old French *mover* ('to move'), from Latin *movere* ('to set in motion').
The word 'moving' has been used since the Middle Ages, initially in reference to physical movement.
Memory tip
Imagine moving a heavy box - changing its position helps you remember the word.
Word Origin
"movere (to move)"