Agitation

noun

/ad͡ʒɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

Word Frequency: 6.5

Definitions

1.nounThe act of agitating, or the state of being agitated; the state of being moved with violence, or with irregular action; commotion.

"After a storm the sea is in agitation."

2.nounA stirring up or arousing; disturbance of tranquillity; disturbance of mind which shows itself by physical excitement; perturbation.

"She causes great agitation within me."

3.nounExcitement of public feeling by discussion, appeals, etc.

"After this conflict pro-independence agitation temporarily died down."

4.nounExamination or consideration of a subject in controversy, or of a plan proposed for adoption; earnest discussion; debate.