Word Noun
aggravation
n.
C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˌæɡɹəˈveɪʃən/ UK /ˌæɡɹɐvˈeɪʃən/ ag·gra·va·tion UK spelling aggravations
Definition
n.a feeling of being annoyed or frustrated. It can also mean making a problem or a physical injury worse.
n.a state of annoyance or irritation; alternatively, the act of making a condition, injury, or problem more severe. Often used in legal contexts to describe the intentional worsening of a situation.
Examples
“The long wait at the bank caused a lot of aggravation.”
“The constant noise from the construction site was a major source of aggravation for the residents.”
“While the initial injury was minor, the subsequent aggravation from repetitive strain led to a prolonged recovery period that required professional intervention.”
Etymology
From Middle French aggravation.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Origin frm aggravation
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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