agitant
|ag-i-tant|
C1
/ˈædʒɪtənt/
stirring activity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agitant' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'agitare,' where 'agere' meant 'to drive or lead.'
Historical Evolution
'agitare' transformed into the French word 'agitant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agitant' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive or stir up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person or thing that agitates.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that agitates or stirs up activity.
The agitants in the protest were quickly identified by the authorities.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 20:36