⚠️aggravate

verb
/ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example Sentences

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

Synonyms

worsen, intensify, exacerbate, inflame

Antonyms

relieve, ease, alleviate

Collocations

aggravate pain, aggravate situation, aggravate condition

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