adj
aggravating
adj
1
Making a situation or problem worse.
"Poor drainage was an aggravating factor in the flooding."
"Lack of sleep is an aggravating cause of his headaches."
2
Annoying or irritating.
"It's aggravating when the bus is late every single day."
"His smug tone was deeply aggravating."
How to Use Aggravating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that makes things worse, or that annoys you.
Common pairings
aggravating factor
aggravating circumstances
Word Forms
more aggravating comparative, most aggravating superlative
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Poor drainage was an _____ factor in the flooding.