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Meaning of movingly
The primary meaning of "movingly" is to evoke a strong emotional response, often sadness or sympathy, in a powerful and effective manner.
Etymology of movingly
The word "movingly" is derived from the verb "move," which originated from Old French "movoir," and further from Latin "movere," meaning to move or stir.
The adverb "movingly" is formed by adding the suffix "-ly" to the adjective "moving," which is itself derived from the present participle of the verb "move."
Synonyms
poignantly
touchingly
emotionally
sentimentally
passionately
fervently
earnestly
sincerely
heartfeltly
profoundly
deeply
stirring
affecting
poignant
emotional
sensitive
tender
tenderly
feelingly
mournfully
plaintively
regretfully
sadly
sorrowfully
tragically
hauntingly
evocatively
expressively
eloquently
convincingly
persuasively
compellingly
powerfully
dramatically
intensely
fervidly
ardently
zealously
enthusiastically
eagerly
ardently
devotedly
passionately
excitedly
inspiringly
upliftingly
memorably
remarkably
impressively
moving
effective
telling
expressive
emotive
impassioned
dramatic
theatrical
histrionic
sentimental
mawkish
maudlin
overemotional
overwrought
Definitions
- In a way that causes strong feelings of sadness or sympathy
- * In a way that is emotionally powerful and effective
Usage Examples
- The singer performed the song movingly, bringing tears to the eyes of the audience.
- * The actor's movingly portrayal of the character earned him an award.
- * The poem was read movingly by the author, conveying the depth of her emotions.
Antonyms
unemotionally
calmly
serenely
peacefully
quietly
silently
still
unmovingly
unfeelingly
insipidly
blandly
boringly
uninterestingly
unimaginatively
uninspiringly
unmovingly
unemotively
detachedly
remotely
indifferently
apathetically
listlessly
lazily
halfheartedly
unenthusiastically
coldly
icily
frostily
unresponsive
impassive
expressionless
stoically
woodenly
mechanically
perfunctorily