stirring (n.)

  1. agitating a liquid with an implement; constant stirring prevents it from burning on the bottom of the pan'

  2. arousing to a particular emotion or action

    [ Syn: inspiration ]

    stirring (adj.)

  1. capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement; a rousing sermon; stirring events such as wars and rescues

    [ Syn: rousing ]

  2. exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions; a stirring speech

    [ Syn: soul-stirring ]

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