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agitated behavior

[/ˈædʒɪteɪtɪd bɪˈheɪvjər/]
nounpl: agitated behaviors
comportamento agitado
1. Restless, excited, or disturbed conduct characterized by excessive movement, nervousness, or emotional distress
The patient displayed agitated behavior after receiving the bad news.
O paciente apresentou comportamento agitado após receber a má notícia.
2. Physical or mental restlessness manifested through fidgeting, pacing, or emotional outbursts
His agitated behavior made it difficult for him to concentrate in class.
Seu comportamento agitado dificultava a concentração dele na aula.
NYC Slang
acting out; being all wound up; bouncing off the walls
Synonyms
restless behaviornervous behaviordisturbed conductexcited demeanor
Antonyms
calm behaviorcomposed demeanorpeaceful conducttranquil demeanor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento agitado
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento agitado; agitação
Common in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
comportamento agitado
Standard medical and psychological terminology
Portugal
comportamento agitado; agitação
Formal medical term; 'agitação' more colloquial

Related Idioms & Phrases

in a state of agitation
worked up
on edge
nerves on end
comportamento fora de controle
estar descontrolado
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