stir
Translation
to mix, to move slightly, to cause trouble, to arouse strong feelings
Examples
Stir the soup with a spoon.
Stir the soup with a spoon.
He didn't stir from his chair.
He didn't stir from his chair.
The news stirred up a lot of anger.
The news stirred up a lot of anger.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mix (sth.) with a circular movement Stir the soup with a spoon.
((up sth.)) to cause (sth.) like trouble or feelings The news stirred up a lot of anger.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mix, agitate, move, provoke
Etymology
From Old English 'styrian', meaning 'to move, agitate'.
Memory Tips
Imagine using a 'stick' to 'stir' a pot. The sound is similar.