/ˈæ.d͡ʒɪ.tə/
OriginFrom Italian (southern dialectal pronunciation of) acido (“acid, heartburn”). The non-medical sense, upset of the mind rather than the stomach, developed under the influence of agitation. Doublet of acid.
- US, uncountabledyspepsia
- US, uncountablemental aggravation; annoyance
“Why should any of the products of culture matter when the current political moment is rife with agita and rage, precluding progress or even respectful discussion?”