Synonyms of aggravating

Verb


1. worsen, aggravate, exacerbate, exasperate, change, alter, modify

usage: make worse; "This drug aggravates the pain"

2. exacerbate, exasperate, aggravate, anger

usage: exasperate or irritate

Adjective


1. aggravating, exacerbating, exasperating, intensifying (vs. moderating)

usage: making worse

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Definition and meaning of aggravating (Dictionary)