AGITATING Synonyms: 196 Similar and Opposite Words

agitating 1 of 2

adjective

as in uneasy

marked by or causing agitation or uncomfortable feelings no more agitating waits to find out sports scores—get them instantly online!

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agitating

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verb

present participle of agitate

as in stirring

to cause (as a liquid) to move about in a circle especially repeatedly this room could use a ceiling fan to agitate the stuffy air a bit

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as in bothering

to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy there's no need to agitate the patient about little things

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as in shaking

to make a series of small irregular or violent movements set the washing machine so it will agitate for four minutes before going into the rinse cycle

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as in discussing

to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion a question which has been agitated by the legislature time and time again

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Recent Examples of agitating

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Kucherov’s 51 points in 42 career regular-season games and agitating awesomeness against Florida have him at the top of the list. — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 25 July 2026 Washing machines take care of that with their tumbling or agitating action. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026 That would be Saba Capital, a hedge fund that’s been agitating for change among CEFs for years. — Michael Foster, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 After that, the day shift starts agitating for a pizza party. — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 16 June 2026 What Elliott did not know in 2024, Kapur says, is that his team had already begun working on the breakup the investor was agitating for. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 12 June 2026 That was usually Andy agitating. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026 Fry, gently agitating fritters to ensure even browning until golden brown, puffed, and cooked through (a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean), 3 to 4 minutes. — Emily Teel, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026 At this point, those agitating against the merger might see their most realistic option being to lobby for conditions on the merger, such as job-protection guarantees or production minimums. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for agitating

Adjective

The two had been in an uneasy alliance ruling the country following the 2019 overthrow of Sudan’s longtime dictator, Omar al-Bashir, who had been in power since 1989.

— Chris Massaro, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
In the upcoming third season, Kimmie finally has a seat at the Bellarie table, but when a deadly family feud erupts, she’s forced into an uneasy alliance with Mallory.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 28 July 2026

Definition of uneasy

Verb

Cook gently over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching the bottom of the pot.

— Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026
The Sun in your 4th House of Home opposes Pluto in your 10th House of Career, stirring pressure around family needs, professional expectations, privacy, and control.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026

Definition of stirring

Verb

Hip still bothering Springs Springs lasted just four innings after issuing a season-high five walks, throwing 86 pitches — only 51% of them strikes — and gave up his 28th home run of the season, the most of any pitcher in the league.

— Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Sharks already frequent Southern California beaches, usually without bothering anyone.

— Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of bothering

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When discussing Manchester City’s future with player representatives this summer, Hugo Viana has been stressing that the football is not going to change, because new manager Enzo Maresca shares the same philosophy as Pep Guardiola.

— Sam Lee, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Earlier this month, the conservative pundit Tucker Carlson got in on the act and devoted an entire episode of his podcast to discussing how companies like Flock are creating an always-on surveillance state for American citizens.

— T.M. Brown, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

Definition of discussing

Adjective

In a handwritten criminal complaint, Patty’s ex-wife described a disturbing physical altercation that allegedly left her with a swollen arm, neck pain and a bump on her head.

— Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
The 1981 film revolves around a woman who begins exhibiting increasingly disturbing behavior after asking her husband for a divorce.

— Justin Kroll, Deadline, 29 July 2026

Definition of disturbing

Verb

Following that will not be straightforward and, in the short-term, Howe’s departure will do little to calm the angst which has been swirling around the club in recent weeks.

— David Ornstein, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Way back in the spring of 2024, rumors began swirling that BMW was working on what would effectively be its equivalent of the G-Wagen or the Land Rover Range Rover.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 30 July 2026

Definition of swirling

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The Art of Peripheral Focus One of the primary challenges of a 270-degree projection is ensuring the peripheral imagery enhances the experience without distracting from the central narrative.

— Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
In the context of tens of thousands of DPS students who aren’t making gains quickly enough to ever meet proficiency levels, such fanfare is essentially distracting braggadocio.

— Elaine Gantz Berman, Denver Post, 27 July 2026