What does ASTIR mean?

Word: astir 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

1. In motion; moving about.

2. In a state of excited activity.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /əˈstɜr/

UK: /əˈstɜːr/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "astir" originated from the Middle English word "stirien" which means "to move". It has been used in English since the 14th century.

"Astir" is used to describe a state of motion or activity. It is commonly used in literature and poetry, and is often used to describe a bustling or busy scene.

5. Synonyms:

active, bustling, busy, moving, stirring, lively, animated, energetic, dynamic, vivacious

6. Related Words:

stair, sitar, hater, later, alter, aster, biter, liter, niter, pater, siter, titer, viter

7. Example Sentences:

1. The streets were astir with people rushing to work.

2. The community was astir with excitement over the upcoming festival.

3. The leaves rustled as the forest came astir with the sounds of wildlife.

4. The kitchen was astir with the sounds of pots and pans clanging and cooks shouting orders.

5. The city was astir with the sounds of traffic and people going about their day.