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Aggravate
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Simple meaning
What does Aggravate mean?
Aggravate means to make something worse.
Dictionary definition
To make a problem, injury, or feeling worse.
Example sentences
Aggravate in a sentence
easy
Running too soon could aggravate the injury.
medium
Loud noise can aggravate a headache.
hard
Ignoring a small disagreement can aggravate the conflict over time.
Synonyms
Words like Aggravate
worsenUse when making a problem more serious.
irritateUse when making someone annoyed or making discomfort worse.
Antonyms
Opposite words
relieveUse when making pain or trouble less severe.
improveUse when making something better.
Word family
Aggravate word family
Base word
aggravate
adjective
aggravated
Made worse or more annoyed.
noun
aggravation
A worsening problem or feeling of annoyance.
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What does aggravate mean?
Aggravate means to make a problem, injury, feeling, or situation worse.
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