Dictionary definition · agitate
verb
- try to stir up public opinion
- cause to be agitated, excited, or roused"The speaker charged up the crowd with his inflammatory remarks"
- exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for"The liberal party pushed for reforms"
- move very slightly"He shifted in his seat"
- move or cause to move back and forth"The chemist shook the flask vigorously"
- change the arrangement or position of
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).