Astir: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ช๏ธ
astir
[ ษหstษหr ]
literary usage
Astir is an adjective that describes the state of being in motion or being awake and active. It can refer to something that is lively or bustling with activity. Often used in poetic or literary contexts, it conveys a sense of excitement or energy in the air. The term suggests a contrast to calmness or stillness.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The village was astir with excitement during the festival.
- The children were astir as they prepared for the school play.
- News of the concert had the whole town astir.
- The office was astir with preparations for the big meeting.
Translations
Translations of the word "astir" in other languages:
๐ต๐น despertar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเค เคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช aufstehen
๐ฎ๐ฉ bangkit
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะดะฝัะผะฐัะธัั
๐ต๐ฑ wstawaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ่ตทใใ
๐ซ๐ท se lever
๐ช๐ธ levantarse
๐น๐ท uyanmak
๐ฐ๐ท ์ผ์ด๋๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุณุชููุธ
๐จ๐ฟ vstรกvat
๐ธ๐ฐ vstaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ่ตทๅบ
๐ธ๐ฎ vstati
๐ฎ๐ธ stiga upp
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัาฑัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qalxmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ levantarse
Etymology
The word 'astir' originates from Middle English, deriving from the combination of 'a-' meaning 'on' or 'in' and 'stir' which means 'to move' or 'to cause to move.' Its first recorded use can be traced back to the 15th century. The etymology reflects the word's connection to motion and activity. Over time, 'astir' retained its literary flavor and is often found in poetry or descriptions of nature. It encapsulates a sense of awakening and liveliness, evoking imagery of bustling scenes. The term encapsulates a rich history of language evolution, preserving its essence of activity throughout centuries.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,100 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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- 30097 readjusting
- 30098 liniment
- 30099 dispensable
- 30100 astir
- 30101 doctoring
- 30102 recoiling
- 30103 greasing
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