Umagitit (en. To stir up)

/umagí-tit/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb meaning to cause fear or anger to others.
His words stirred up everyone's emotions.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay umagitit sa damdamin ng lahat.
To cause conflict or misunderstanding.
Do not stir up strife among the people around.
Huwag umagitit ng alitan sa mga tao sa paligid.
To bring out emotions or reactions from a person.
Sometimes events can stir up unexpected reactions.
Minsan, ang mga pangyayari ay umagitit ng hindi inaasahang reaksyon.

Etymology

The word 'umagitit' originates from the root word 'agit' which means 'to cause fear or anger'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stir up one's insides
to become very angry.
umagitit ang loob

Related Words

agit
The word 'agit' refers to urging or provoking an emotion or feeling that most often leads to fear or anger.
agit
outburst
A sudden eruption of fear or anger often caused by unfavorable events.
pagsiklab

Slang Meanings

to reach or touch emotions
When I heard his voice, it felt like my heart reached out.
Nang marinig ko ang kanyang boses, parang umagitit ang puso ko.
to give energy or light
His smile is like a light in my dark life.
Yung ngiti niya parang umagitit sa madilim kong buhay.
to emerge or become noticeable
In the midst of problems, solutions became evident.
Sa gitna ng mga problema, umagitit ang mga solusyon.