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[ noun ] agitating a liquid with an implement

Examples

"constant stirring prevents it from burning on the bottom of the pan"

Used in print

(Stephen Longstreet, Eagles Where I Walk....)

Ahead there was a stirring of sudden movement at a crossroads .

Related terms

agitation

2
[ adjective ] capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement

Synonyms

rousing

Examples

"a rousing sermon" "stirring events such as wars and rescues"

Related terms

stimulating

3
[ adjective ] exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions

Synonyms

soul-stirring

Examples

"a stirring speech"

Related terms

moving

4
[ noun ] arousing to a particular emotion or action

Synonyms

inspiration

Related terms

arousal touch

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