Associations to the word «Agitation»

Wiktionary

AGITATION, noun. The act of agitating, or the state of being agitated; the state of being moved with violence, or with irregular action; commotion.
AGITATION, noun. A stirring up or arousing; disturbance of tranquillity; disturbance of mind which shows itself by physical excitement; perturbation.
AGITATION, noun. Excitement of public feeling by discussion, appeals, etc.
AGITATION, noun. Examination or consideration of a subject in controversy, or of a plan proposed for adoption; earnest discussion; debate.

Dictionary definition

AGITATION, noun. A mental state of extreme emotional disturbance.
AGITATION, noun. A state of agitation or turbulent change or development; "the political ferment produced new leadership"; "social unrest".
AGITATION, noun. The feeling of being agitated; not calm.
AGITATION, noun. Disturbance usually in protest.
AGITATION, noun. The act of agitating something; causing it to move around (usually vigorously).

Wise words

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