aggravation
UK/ˌægrə'veɪʃn/US/ægrә'veiʃәn/
C2
Definitions
n.
The act of making something worse
加重,恶化
n.
A feeling of annoyance; something annoying
恼火;烦心事
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedThe noun of aggravate: the making-worse, or the annoyance that results. Transparent derivation; see aggravate.
Root grav still carries 18 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The aggravation of the dispute led to a strike.
- 2.
Dealing with the paperwork was a constant aggravation.