affecting
/əˈfɛktɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Producing or causing strong feelings and emotions.
Adjective
Examples
Within this sphere, then, the reader is allowed to follow Hull's growth both as an individual and as a poet. She moves from pieces that are affecting, though merely descriptive, to "conversations," and finally, to strong affirmations spoken in the first person.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “affecting” mean?
Producing or causing strong feelings and emotions.
Is “affecting” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.