Synonyms of agitation
8 similar words
Another word for agitation is trepidation. Other synonyms of agitation are perturbation and lather.
Synonyms and similar words for agitation
nounA disturbance of personal tranquillity; disturbance of someone's peace of mind; an emotion...
- perturbationAgitation; the state of being perturbed.
- latherA state of agitation.
nounMore synonyms
- emotionMovement; agitation.
- commotion
- excitement
- trepidationAnxiety over the uncertain future or possible ill-occurrence.
- tremor
- tizzy
Meaning of agitation
- noun The act of agitating, or the state of being agitated; the state of being disrupted with violence, or with irregular action; commotion.
- noun A disturbance of personal tranquillity; disturbance of someone's peace of mind; an emotion combining irritation, restlessness and aggravation; a feeling of being riled up or bothered to the point of experiencing distress and tension.
- noun Excitement of public feeling by discussion, appeals, etc.
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Questions about synonyms of agitation
- What is another word for agitation?
- Agitation has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as trepidation, perturbation and lather.
- What does agitation mean?
- Agitation means the act of agitating, or the state of being agitated; the state of being disrupted with violence, or with irregular action; commotion.
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