aestuation
|aes-tu-a-tion|
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/ˌɛs.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/
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/ˌiːs.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/
agitation or restlessness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aestuation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aestuatio,' where 'aestuare' meant 'to boil or surge.'
Historical Evolution
'aestuatio' transformed into the English word 'aestuation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to boil or surge,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'agitation or restlessness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being agitated or restless; a surge or wave of emotion.
The aestuation of the crowd was palpable as the results were announced.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 12:51