1. (

• stirring

) agitating a liquid with an implement; "constant stirring prevents it from burning on the bottom of the pan" ;

2. (

• inspiration ,
• stirring ,

) arousing to a particular emotion or action ;

1. (

• rousing ,
• stirring

) capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement; "a rousing sermon"; "stirring events such as wars and rescues" ;

2. (

• stirring ,
• soul-stirring

) exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions; "a stirring speech" ;