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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edicta proclamation having the force of law
cognitiveof, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering)
moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
celerityrapidity of motion or action
havenharbor
profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time