show agitation

[/ʃoʊ ˌædʒɪˈteɪʃən/]
verb phrase
demonstrar agitação
1. to display or exhibit signs of nervousness, anxiety, or restlessness
She began to show agitation when the results were delayed.
Ela começou a demonstrar agitação quando os resultados demoraram.
2. to reveal emotional disturbance or mental unrest through physical or verbal behavior
The patient started to show agitation after receiving the bad news.
O paciente começou a demonstrar agitação após receber a má notícia.
3. to manifest signs of turbulence or disturbance in a physical substance
The water began to show agitation as the storm approached.
A água começou a mostrar agitação conforme a tempestade se aproximava.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'demonstrar agitação' is frequently used in medical and psychological contexts. In American English, this phrase is common in both casual and professional settings, particularly in healthcare, psychology, and interpersonal communication contexts.
NYC Slang
get all worked up
Synonyms / Sinônimos
display agitationexhibit restlessnessmanifest anxietyshow nervousnessdisplay unease
Antonyms / Antônimos
remain calmshow composuredisplay tranquilityexhibit serenity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar agitação
most common and neutral usage across all regions
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar agitação
slightly more colloquial variant
São Paulo
apresentar agitação
more formal alternative used in professional contexts
Portugal
manifestar agitação
formal Portuguese preference, less commonly used in Brazil

Related Words

agitationrestlessnessanxietynervousnessdisturbanceunease

Related Idioms & Phrases

show one's nerves
wear one's heart on one's sleeve
get out of sorts
be all wound up
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