What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
stirring
Example
The movie's stirring soundtrack brought tears to my eyes. [stirring: adjective]
Example
She was stirring the soup on the stove. [stirring: verb]
moving
Example
The speech was so moving that the audience gave a standing ovation. [moving: adjective]
Example
We are moving to a new house next month. [moving: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Moving is more commonly used than stirring in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between stirring and moving?
Both stirring and moving can be used in formal and informal contexts, but stirring may be perceived as more poetic or literary in tone.
