agitating
|ag/i/tat/ing|
B2
/ˈædʒɪˌteɪtɪŋ/
(agitate)
troubled or nervous
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agitate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'agitare', where 'agere' meant 'to drive'.
Historical Evolution
'agitare' transformed into the French word 'agiter', and eventually became the modern English word 'agitate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive or move', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to stir up or disturb'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'agitate'.
The protesters were agitating for change.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41