Agog

Adjective

Definition: Very eager, excited, or curious.

Synonyms: Enthusiastic, Thrilled, Excited

Antonyms: Indifferent, Apathetic

Examples:
  • The students were agog to hear the guest speaker.
  • The crowd was agog with anticipation for the concert.
Mnemonics:
  • "A-gog" sounds like "a-go", which represents eagerness to go or do something.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "agog" dates back to the late 16th century and is of unknown origin. It is speculated to have derived from a combination of the prefix "a-" meaning "on" or "in" and a variant of the Middle English word "gog" meaning "God". However, this etymology is uncertain.

Historical Usage:

"Agog" has been used throughout history to describe someone's excitement or curiosity.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"All agog"

Explanation:

This phrase means to be very excited or eagerly anticipating something.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "agog" with "agogic".

Explanation:

"Agog" and "agogic" are separate words with different meanings. "Agog" refers to being eager or excited, while "agogic" refers to the emphasis placed on a certain note or beat in music.

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