'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.
Adjective
/əˈɡɑːɡ/
From Middle French en gogues, meaning "in a merry mood."
Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
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Hindi | उत्सुक | /ʊt.sʊk/ |
Spanish | ansioso | /an.ˈsjo.so/ |
The term "agog" has been in use since the late Middle Ages to express eagerness or excitement.
The word "agog" is often used to describe positive anticipation in informal contexts.
While not as common in everyday conversation, "agog" frequently appears in literary works to denote a sense of thrill or anticipation.