The speaker charged up the crowd with his inflammatory remarks
agitate :exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for
The liberal party pushed for reforms|She is crusading for women's rights|The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate
agitate :move very slightly
He shifted in his seat
agitate :move or cause to move back and forth
The chemist shook the flask vigorously|My hands were shaking