Exacerbate

verb · SAT

Meaning: Make a problem or bad situation worse.

Example

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intense irritation or frustration

having a reddish, flushed complexion

overused and therefore dull or unoriginal

fearless and adventurous

to place side by side for contrast

to make less severe

suggesting that something bad is about to happen

wise and careful about the future