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    Agitator

    /ˈædʒ.ɪ.teɪ.tər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person or thing that stirs up public interest or excitement.
    The politician was a well-known agitator, rallying crowds with passionate speeches.
    A person who uses their influence to promote political or social causes.
    As an agitator for social justice, she organized various protests and community discussions.
    A device for stirring or mixing substances.
    In the lab, the scientist used an agitator to ensure the chemicals were properly mixed.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'agitator', meaning 'one who drives', from 'agitare', meaning 'to set in motion'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    classroom agitator
    A student who disrupts the learning environment.
    political agitator
    Someone who works to promote a political cause or change.
    social agitator
    An individual who encourages social change or reform.

    Related Words

    agitation
    The act of stirring up public interest or support.
    agitational
    Related to the act of agitating or inciting.
    agitate
    To disturb or excite emotionally.

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who stirs the pot.
    He's such a pot-stirrer, always trying to get people riled up.
    A troublemaker.
    She was labeled as a troublemaker for her relentless protests.