Agitait (en. Agitated)
[aʒita]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To perform an action or produce an effect.
He was waving his hands to attract attention.
Il agitait les mains pour attirer l'attention.
To awaken emotions or reactions.
This music deeply stirred him.
Cette musique l'agitait profondément.
To be in motion, to tremble or shake.
The wind rustled the leaves of the trees.
Le vent agitait les feuilles des arbres.
Etymology
The word 'agitated' comes from the Latin verb 'agere' which means 'to do', 'to act'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
act in urgency
Take swift action in response to an urgent situation.
agir dans l'urgence
act on a whim
Make an impulsive decision without thinking.
agir sur un coup de tête
act with caution
Show discernment and caution in one's actions.
agir avec prudence
Related Words
act
The act of doing something.
agir
action
The fact of doing or accomplishing something.
action
agitation
A turbulent or troubled state.
agitation
agent
One who takes actions on behalf of someone else.
agent
Slang Meanings
To be very agitated or nervous.
Since he heard the news, he has been really agitated.
Depuis qu'il a appris la nouvelle, il est vraiment agitait.
To make noise or disturb.
The children were restless all day.
Les enfants agitaient toute la journée.