Affecting Definition & Meaning

affecting
adjective
  1. arousing affect; "the homecoming of the released hostages was an affecting scene"; "poignant grief cannot endure forever"; "his gratitude was simple and touching"

"Affecting" in song lyrics

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  • "affecting 意味"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "affecting"

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