ɛɡ.zɑːr.beɪt

Definitions

1. verb

to make a problem, situation, or disease worse

“The cold weather exacerbated the homeless crisis in the city.”

2. verb

to make (a problem, situation, or disease) worse by adding to its causes or severity

“Pollution exacerbated the impact of the natural disaster.”

3. noun

the act of making a problem, situation, or disease worse

“The exacerbation of her symptoms was a major concern for her doctor.”