Basic Details
Word: Touching
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Causing strong emotions, often sadness or sympathy; moving.
Synonyms: Moving, poignant, emotive
Antonyms: Unaffected, unemotional, indifferent
Idioms and Phrases
- Touching a nerve: To bring up a sensitive topic. Example: "When he mentioned his childhood, it was clear he was touching a nerve."
- Touching base: To make contact or reconnect. Example: "Lets touch base later to discuss our plans for the project."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The film had a touching ending that brought many audience members to tears.
Example 2: Her touching speech about kindness inspired everyone in the room.
Example 3: The charity event was especially touching when they shared stories of those in need.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "touching" comes from the Middle English word "tocchen," which means to come into contact with or affect? Over time, it evolved to also describe emotional impacts.
Famous Quote
"The most touching stories are the ones that remind us of our shared humanity." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "touching" mean?
a) Causing strong emotions
b) Walking swiftly
c) Playing a game
d) Reading quietly
Answer: a) Causing strong emotions
2. Which of these is a synonym of "touching"?
a) Indifferent
b) Unmoved
c) Moving
d) Lazy
Answer: c) Moving
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "touching"?
a) Emotional
b) Poignant
c) Unaffected
d) Emotive
Answer: c) Unaffected
4. Which sentence uses "touching" correctly?
a) The touching moment made everyone laugh.
b) His touching words resonated deeply with the audience.
c) She was touching the flower gently.
d) They were touching the clouds up high.
Answer: b) His touching words resonated deeply with the audience.
5. What does "touching a nerve" mean?
a) To be physically touched
b) To bring up a sensitive topic
c) To play a sport
d) To sing a song
Answer: b) To bring up a sensitive topic
