word
Stirring
STUR-ihng
/ˈstɜːrɪŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
stirring
Dictionary meaning
Exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions.
Examples
- A stirring speech.
- Constant stirring prevents it from burning on the bottom of the pan.
Synonyms: soul-stirring
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