Synonyms for

Agitated

Adjective / ˈædʒʌˌteɪtɪd / Another word for agitated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Agitated means feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.

Synonyms & similar words

vex stir rouse campaign disturb calm fight charge agitate commove crusade excite budge push foment unagitated shift press shake anxious restless fidgety uneasy jittery nervous edgy tense excited flustered disturbed perturbed bothered ruffled discomposed unsettled disquieted troubled upset

Synonyms by register

Formal

perturbed discomposed flustered unsettled

Informal

worked up riled up uptight bothered antsy

Literary

disquieted troubled vexed

Antonyms

calm peaceful serene tranquil composed relaxed placid

Common collocations

  • visibly agitated
  • visibly agitated
  • slightly agitated
  • visibly agitated
  • visibly agitated
  • visibly agitated
  • visibly agitated

Word family

noun agitation
verb agitate
adverb agitatedly

Usage note

Agitated describes a state of being disturbed or excited, often in a negative or anxious way. It implies a loss of composure due to internal or external factors.

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Example sentences

  1. She felt agitated before her big presentation.
  2. The wind agitated the leaves on the trees.
  3. He was agitated because he lost his keys.
  4. The cat was agitated by the presence of the dog.
  5. His constant tapping on the table agitated his coworkers.

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