agitate

//ˈædʒɪteɪt//
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Verb

agitateInfinitive
agitatePresent tense
agitatedPast tense
agitatedPast participle
agitatingPresent participle
agitatesThird-person singular
1

To make someone feel anxious, troubled, or nervous.

The bad news agitated her greatly.

2

To stir or disturb something, especially a liquid, by shaking or moving it vigorously.

Agitate the mixture gently until the powder dissolves.

3

To campaign or argue publicly for or against a political or social cause.

Workers agitated for better working conditions.

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