stirring
/ˈstɜːrɪŋ/ · /ˈstɝːɪŋ/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #6819 in the learning path
振奋人心的；激动人心的
Definitions
adj. Causing strong feelings, especially excitement, courage, or admiration.
振奋人心的；激动人心的
n. An early sign of a feeling, idea, or activity.
萌动；初现的迹象
Example
The orchestra ended the concert with a stirring march.
管弦乐团以一首振奋人心的进行曲结束了音乐会。
A stirring speech can inspire community action, but lasting change also requires practical support and adequate funding.
振奋人心的演讲可以激发社区行动，但持久的改变还需要实际支持和充足资金。
Collocations
- a stirring speech
- a stirring performance
- the first stirrings of hope
Word family
- stir (v.)
- stirred (adj.)
Synonyms
- rousing
- inspiring
Antonyms
- uninspiring
Usage tip
名词表“萌动”常用复数，如stirrings of hope。
FAQ
- What does stirring mean?
- Causing strong feelings, especially excitement, courage, or admiration. An early sign of a feeling, idea, or activity.
- How is stirring pronounced?
- UK /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/, US /ˈstɝːɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
