agitate vs stir

stir vs agitate

agitate is not a noun while stir is a noun.

agitate and stir both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
agitate	No	No	Yes	No
stir	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, agitate and stir are synonyms defined as:

agitate and stir: move very slightly

Other synonyms of agitate include budge, shift.

agitate (noun)	stir (noun)
	a rapid active commotion
	emotional agitation and excitement
	a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event

agitate (verb)	stir (verb)
change the arrangement or position of	mix or add by stirring
cause to be agitated, excited, or roused	summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
move very slightly	affect emotionally
move or cause to move back and forth	stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
try to stir up public opinion	move very slightly
exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for	move an implement through
	to begin moving
	stir feelings in

Difference between agitate and stir

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