How to Pronounce Agitate

To pronounce "agitate", say AG-it-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.dʒɪ.teɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

agitate

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈæ.dʒɪ.teɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “agitate”

"agitate" has 4 syllables: ag-it-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does agitate mean?

verb

To disturb or excite; to perturb or stir up (a person).
“He was greatly agitated by the news.”
To cause to move with a violent, irregular action; to shake.
“the wind agitates the sea”

Synonyms

canvass debate discuss distract disturb excite move revolve

Antonyms

appease calm quieten

Words that rhyme with agitate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidate articulate desolate facilitate profligate explicate deliberate delineate ruminate innate cultivate state

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "agitate"?▾

"Agitate" has 4 syllables: ag · it · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "agitate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "agitate" is /ˈæ.dʒɪ.teɪt/.

What does "agitate" mean?▾

Agitate: To disturb or excite; to perturb or stir up (a person).

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