How to Pronounce "agitator"
word
ˈædʒəˌteɪtɝ
AJ-uh-tay-ter
ˈædʒɪtˌeɪtɐ
AJ-i-tay-tuh
Definition
A person who tries to stir up others to protest or take action, often by encouraging strong emotions. It can also mean a machine part that mixes or stirs substances.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈædʒəˌteɪtɝ
British English
ˈædʒɪtˌeɪtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AJ-uh-tay-ter
UK
AJ-i-tay-tuh
Listen in Context
The agitator gave a loud speech in the park.
The washing machine's agitator helps clean the clothes.
Some people said the protest leader was an agitator.
He's not just an agitator—he actually cares about changing things.