aggravation
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for aggravation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of making something worse, or a factor that does so.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use aggravation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle French aggravation, from the same Latin root as "aggravate."
Full origin of aggravation →Frequently asked questions
What does “aggravation” mean?
The word “aggravation” means the act of making something worse, or a factor that does so. In plain terms, either a worsening of a problem, or the annoyance you feel.
How do you pronounce “aggravation”?
“Aggravation” is pronounced ag-ruh-VAY-shuhn (/ˌæɡɹəˈveɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “aggravation” in a sentence?
Here is “aggravation” used in a sentence: “The report cited pollution as an aggravation of the health crisis.”
What part of speech is “aggravation”?
“Aggravation” is a noun.
Where does the word “aggravation” come from?
The word “aggravation” comes from Latin. From Middle French aggravation, from the same Latin root as "aggravate.".
How many meanings does “aggravation” have?
“Aggravation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of making something worse, or a factor that does so.