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moved

/muːvd/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.verb

Simple past tense and past participle of move; to have changed position, place, or direction.

Example Sentences:
  • She moved her chair closer to the window.
  • The train slowly moved out of the station.
2.adjective

Having strong feelings of emotion, typically sadness, sympathy, or gratitude.

Example Sentences:
  • He was deeply moved by the kindness of strangers.
  • There wasn't a dry eye in the audience after the deeply moved speech.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'move', coming from the Old French 'movoir' (to move, stir, prompt), which originates from the Latin 'movere'. The past participle sense of being emotionally affected developed in the late Middle English period.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of something that literally or emotionally 'moves' you from one place or state of feeling to another.

Frequently Asked Questions About “moved

1. What is the meaning of “moved” in English?

In English, moved (verb) is defined as: “Simple past tense and past participle of move; to have changed position, place, or direction.”.

2. How do you use “moved” in a sentence?

She moved her chair closer to the window.

3. What are English synonyms of “moved”?

Common synonyms include:touched,affected,stirred,relocated,transferred

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “moved”?

Derived from the verb 'move', coming from the Old French 'movoir' (to move, stir, prompt), which originates from the Latin 'movere'. The past participle sense of being emotionally affected developed in the late Middle English period.