Word Meaning

agitation definition and meaning

n. The act of agitating, or the state of being agitated; the state of being moved with violence, or with irregular action; commotion; as, the sea after a storm is in agitation.
n. A stirring up or arousing; disturbance of tranquillity; disturbance of mind which shows itself by physical excitement; perturbation; as, to cause any one agitation.
n. Excitement of public feeling by discussion, appeals, etc.; as, the antislavery agitation; labor agitation.
n. Examination or consideration of a subject in controversy, or of a plan proposed for adoption; earnest discussion; debate.

Crossword clues for agitation

- Jumpiness
- Shaking
- Turmoil
- Turmoil, ferment