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aggravation

noun

/ˌæɡ.rəˈveɪ.ʃən/

Meaning

The act of making a situation worse or the state of being worsened.

The delay caused great aggravation for the passengers.

irritation, worsening, annoyance, provocation

relief, improvement, ease

cause aggravation, great aggravation, constant aggravation

a respectful or formal form of address used for a man, typically one of higher social status or auth...

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a small brown fruit with green flesh and black seeds; a flightless bird from New Zealand

The husks of corn or other seed separated by winnowing or threshing; worthless or trivial matter.

A practical approach to problems and affairs; dealing with things sensibly and realistically.

a small disc or knob used to fasten clothing or as a control on a device