aggravates

[US]/ˈæɡrəveɪtɪz/
[UK]/ˌægɡrəˈveɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.makes something worse; intensifies a situation or problem; causes someone to become more angry or annoyed

Phrases & Collocations

aggravates the situation

aggravates existing problems

aggravates the symptoms

aggravates their anxiety

aggravates the pain

aggravates her allergies

aggravates the conflict

Example Sentences

stress can aggravate existing health conditions.

the lack of sleep aggravates my headaches.

traffic congestion aggravates air pollution.

his rude behavior aggravates the situation.

the injury aggravated after he pushed himself too hard.

prolonged exposure to noise aggravates hearing loss.

the news aggravated her anxiety.

her illness aggravates with every passing day.

the political crisis aggravates social tensions.

he tried to avoid anything that might aggravate his condition.

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