🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

激动

Pronunciation / Transliteration: jīdòng

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Agitate/ˈædʒ.ɪ.teɪt/
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"新闻报道激动了公众,导致抗议。"

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2 senses
As verb
  1. 1

    To disturb or excite emotionally; to stir up.

    "The news report agitated the public, leading to protests."
  2. 2

    To move or force into violent, irregular action.

    "The scientist agitated the mixture to ensure proper blending."

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Antonyms & Contrasting Words (1)

Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'agitate' originates from the Latin 'agitare', which means 'to put in motion' or 'to stir up'. It evolved through Middle English, reflecting a shift from physical movement to emotional or mental disturbance.

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