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agitation vs stir

stir vs agitation

agitation and stir both are nouns.

agitation is not a verb while stir is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
agitation Yes No No No
stir Yes No Yes No
As nouns, stir is a hyponym of agitation; that is, stir is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than agitation:
  • agitation: the feeling of being agitated; not calm
  • stir: emotional agitation and excitement
Other hyponyms of agitation include unrest, fidget, fidgetiness, restlessness, stewing, tumult, turmoil.
agitation (noun) stir (noun)
disturbance usually in protest a rapid active commotion
the act of agitating something; causing it to move around (usually vigorously) emotional agitation and excitement
the feeling of being agitated; not calm a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance
agitation (verb) stir (verb)
mix or add by stirring
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
affect emotionally
stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
move very slightly
move an implement through
to begin moving
stir feelings in
Difference between agitation and stir

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