aggravating
US /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪ.t̬ɪŋ/
UK /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪ.t̬ɪŋ/
1.
making a problem or situation worse or more serious
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The constant noise was very aggravating.
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His rude comments were particularly aggravating.
making a problem or situation worse or more serious