aggravation

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an exasperated feeling of annoyance
  2. noun unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment
  3. noun action that makes a problem or a disease (or its symptoms) worse

Etymology

From Middle French aggravation.

In classic literature

Synonyms

exasperation

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