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agog

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/əˈɡɑːɡ/

Definitions

  • Very eager or curious to hear or see something.

Usage Examples

  • "The children were agog with excitement waiting for Santa."
  • "The crowd was agog to hear the news."

Etymology

From Middle French en gogues, meaning "in a merry mood."

Synonyms

  • Excited
  • Thrilled

Antonyms

  • Indifferent
  • Uninterested

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Hindi उत्सुक /ʊt.sʊk/
Spanish ansioso /an.ˈsjo.so/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /əˈɡɒɡ/
  • American English: /əˈɡɑːɡ/

Historical Usage

The term "agog" has been in use since the late Middle Ages to express eagerness or excitement.

Cultural Nuances

The word "agog" is often used to describe positive anticipation in informal contexts.

More Information

'Agog' in Literature and Conversation

While not as common in everyday conversation, "agog" frequently appears in literary works to denote a sense of thrill or anticipation.

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