
Agitation
Emotional State
Agitation often implies an inner disturbance caused by uncertainty or conflict.
Tom was in a state of agitation waiting for the exam results.
Negative Feeling
This type of agitation is generally considered uncomfortable and stressful.
She paced the room, filled with agitation over the missed flight.
Intensity Variance
The word can describe a range from mild annoyance to strong anxiety.
Mild agitation was evident in his twitching fingers.
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CommotionDisturbanceFlusterFussPerturbationTumultTurmoilUnrestUpheaval
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