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Agitation Definition & Meaning

agitation
noun
  1. a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance
  2. a state of agitation or turbulent change or development; "the political ferment produced new leadership"; "social unrest"
  3. the feeling of being agitated; not calm
  4. disturbance usually in protest
  5. the act of agitating something; causing it to move around (usually vigorously)

"Agitation" in song lyrics

See how agitation is used in real songs:

  • "What I do contradictory, causing an air of agitation"
    The Grouch f/ Bicasso, Nebulus — It Means Too Much
  • "left you insecure and feelin like you was in agitation"
    Lecrae — Nobody
  • "Past-purpose agitation"
    X-Clan — Fire & Earth (100% Natural)

Usage tips for "agitation"

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Frequently asked questions

What does agitation mean?
a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance a state of agitation or turbulent change or development; "the political ferment produced new leadership"; "social unrest" the feeling of being agitated; not calm disturbance usually in protest the act of agitating something; causing it to move around (usually vigorously)
What part of speech is agitation?
Agitation is a noun.
How many definitions does agitation have?
Agitation has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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