aggravate
US /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/
UK /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/
1.
加重, 使恶化
make (a problem, injury, or offense) worse or more serious
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The loud music began to aggravate his headache.
嘈杂的音乐开始加重他的头痛。
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His constant complaining only served to aggravate the situation.
他不停的抱怨只会加剧局势。
2.
惹恼, 激怒
annoy or exasperate (someone), especially persistently
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His constant interruptions began to aggravate me.
他不停的打断开始惹恼我。
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Don't aggravate your mother with your whining.
别用你的抱怨惹恼你妈妈。