liigutav

Liigutav is an Estonian adjective meaning emotionally moving or touching. It is used to describe experiences, works of art, performances, or memories that evoke a strong emotional response, such as warmth, sadness, or nostalgia.

Etymology: The word is formed from the verb liigutama (to move, to stir) with the present-participle suffix that yields liigutav. In figurative use, it conveys the sense of something that "moves" a person emotionally rather than physically.

Usage: Common collocations include liigutav lugu (a moving story), liigutav laul (a touching song), and liigutav film. The tone ranges from heartfelt to deeply poignant. In criticism and journalism, liigutav signals emotional depth without being florid; it can verge into sentimentality if overused.

See also: related terms in Estonian such as südamlik and puudutav.