agog — very eager or curious to hear or see something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very eager or curious to hear or see something
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈɡɑːɡ/
Korean meaning: 매우 열심히 기다리는, 간절히 바라는, 흥미진진해하는
Korean pronunciation: 어**고**그
Example Sentences
- The gossip-loving neighbors were all agog when they saw the police cars arrive.
- Students sat agog as their teacher announced a surprise pizza party.
- The whole town was agog with rumors about the celebrity's secret wedding.
agog
ADJECTIVE//əˈɡɑːɡ//
very eager or curious to hear or see something
a group of moviegoers lean forward in their seats with wide eyes and open mouths, completely captivated by the screen. Their bodies strain toward the action as they grip their armrests and popcorn containers. The glowing light from the movie screen illuminates their excited faces showing pure fascination. Behind them, other audience members crane their necks and peer around heads to get a better view. people being very eager and curious to see what happens next
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From 15th century French 'en gogues' meaning 'in a state of joy or mirth.' The French word 'gogue' meant 'merriment' or 'fun.'
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📝Examples
“The gossip-loving neighbors were all agog when they saw the police cars arrive.”
“Students sat agog as their teacher announced a surprise pizza party.”
“The whole town was agog with rumors about the celebrity's secret wedding.”
“She was agog to learn the results of her job interview.”
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