agitability
|ag-i-ta-bil-i-ty|
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/ˌædʒɪtəˈbɪləti/
(agitable)
easily disturbed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agitability' originates from the Latin word 'agitabilis,' where 'agitare' meant 'to drive or stir up.'
Historical Evolution
'agitabilis' transformed into the French word 'agitable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agitability.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being stirred up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'easily agitated or disturbed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being easily agitated or disturbed.
The agitability of the crowd increased as the speaker's words became more inflammatory.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 20:06