agitations

noun
  1. 1

    The act of agitating, or the state of being agitated; the state of being moved with violence, or with irregular action; commotion.

    โ€œAfter a storm the sea is in agitation.โ€

  2. 2

    A stirring up or arousing; disturbance of tranquillity; disturbance of mind which shows itself by physical excitement; perturbation.

    โ€œShe causes great agitation within me.โ€

  3. 3

    Excitement of public feeling by discussion, appeals, etc.

    โ€œAfter this conflict pro-independence agitation temporarily died down.โ€

  4. 4

    Examination or consideration of a subject in controversy, or of a plan proposed for adoption; earnest discussion; debate.

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