What is the meaning of the word 'exacerbate'

exacerbate - worsen; embitter


Some sentence examples which use the word 'exacerbate'

  • Do flood bunds reduce or exacerbate the damage caused by floods?
  • While effective they can cause depression, exacerbate asthma, decrease heart rate and increase danger of heart failure.
  • And the impact of being disbelieved when suffering can only exacerbate an individualâs sense of isolation and pain.
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