GRE Word List

TOUCHING

capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion

The meaning of the word touching is capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion.

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outspokendirect and open in speech or expression : frank
overtopen to view : manifest
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
parodya literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned