Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agitation
noun
/ˌajəˈteɪʃən/
Definition
A state of nervousness or unrest resulting from emotional disturbance.
Examples
- The news of the natural disaster caused great agitation among the residents.
- Her agitation was evident when she couldn’t find her lost keys.
- He spoke with agitation, his voice trembling with emotion.
Meaning
Agitation refers to a feeling of anxiety, uneasiness, or a state of being shaken or stirred up.
Synonyms
- disturbance
- excitement
- unrest
- anxiety
- upheaval
