exacerbates

[US]/ɪɡˈzæs.ə.beɪts/
[UK]/ɪɡˈzæs.ɚ.beɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.makes a situation worse
v.third person singular of exacerbate

Phrases & Collocations

exacerbates issues

exacerbates conflict

exacerbates stress

exacerbates problems

exacerbates situation

exacerbates conditions

exacerbates tension

exacerbates inequality

exacerbates symptoms

exacerbates risks

Example Sentences

his reckless behavior exacerbates the situation.

the lack of communication exacerbates misunderstandings.

pollution exacerbates health problems in urban areas.

stress can exacerbate existing mental health issues.

ignoring the problem only exacerbates it further.

economic downturns often exacerbate social inequalities.

his comments exacerbated tensions between the two groups.

climate change exacerbates the risk of natural disasters.

excessive screen time exacerbates eye strain.

his refusal to cooperate exacerbates the conflict.

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