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October 9, 2028

exacerbate

/ɪkˈsæs-/verb

To make worse (a problem, bad situation, negative feeling, etc.); aggravate; exasperate.

Example sentence

  • “The proposed shutdown would exacerbate unemployment problems.”
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Related words

exaltTo honor; to hold in high esteem.evokeTo call out; to draw out or bring forth.examShortened form of examine.evocativeThat evokes (brings to mind) a memory, mood, feeling or image; redolent or reminiscent.