English word origin

Etymology of agog

From Middle English agogge, from Old French en + gogues (“in a merry mood”). See also Italian agognare (“to desire eagerly”).

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Unnumbered source etymology

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adv

In an astonished or excited manner.

adj

In a state of eager desire; full of anticipation; highly excited with curiosity. · Wide open, agape.

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From Middle English agogge, from Old French en + gogues (“in a merry mood”). See also Italian agognare (“to desire eagerly”).

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Inherited-form mentionagoggeenm
Derivation mentionenfro

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