aggravate — to make a problem or situation worse
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make a problem or situation worse
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæɡrəveɪt/
Example Sentences
- Don't scratch the mosquito bite - it will only aggravate the itching!
- My neighbor's karaoke sessions at 3 AM really aggravate me.
- The traffic jam was aggravated by the parade of dancing penguins crossing the street.
aggravate
VERB[/ˈæɡrəveɪt/]
to make a problem or situation worse
His loud complaints only aggravate the already tense waiting room.
Tried to navigate, but what I activate will aggravate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'aggravare', composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'gravis' (heavy). The word originally meant 'to make heavier' and evolved to mean 'to make worse or more serious'.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + grav (heavy, from Latin gravis) + -ate (verb suffix) = aggravate
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Don't scratch the mosquito bite - it will only aggravate the itching!”
“My neighbor's karaoke sessions at 3 AM really aggravate me.”
“The traffic jam was aggravated by the parade of dancing penguins crossing the street.”
“Stress can aggravate many health conditions.”
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