Agog

/əˈɡɒɡ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Very eager or excited to see or hear something.
The children were agog with excitement as they waited for the circus to arrive.
In a state of eager anticipation.
The audience was agog as the band took the stage for their first performance.
Filled with curiosity or interest.
She was agog to learn the results of the competition.

Etymology

Originating from the early 16th century, from the obsolete French 'agog' meaning 'eager or excited'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

agog to
Eager or excited to do something.
in agog
In a state of eager anticipation.

Related Words

eager
Having or showing keen interest or intense desire.
curious
Having a strong desire to know or learn something.

Slang Meanings

Super excited or hyped up.
I'm agog for the new movie release!
To be in a frenzy of anticipation.
They were agog waiting for the results of the contest.