Pronunciation

/stɜːr/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. An action or movement of mixing ingredients together in a container, often with a spoon or whisk. 2. Stirring can also refer to a disturbance or commotion. 3. In finance, it can denote a minor change or adjustment. 4. A mental or emotional agitation.
• Verb: 1. To mix or blend ingredients together by moving them around with a utensil. 2. To cause a disturbance or commotion. 3. To awaken or rouse someone from sleep or inattention.

Phrases

• “Stir something up” means to create excitement or controversy.
• “Stirring the pot” refers to stirring things intentionally to create trouble.
• “Keep stirring” is a command to continue mixing a substance.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She was stirring the soup to ensure it was well-blended.”
• Verb: “The protesters began to stir the crowd, demanding change.”
• “After a long day, he finally stirred from his nap.”

Synonyms

• Mix
• Agitate
• Agitate (in a figurative sense)
• Shake (up)
• Rouse
• Wake (up)