Exasperate and Reassure

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Exasperate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Usage example: small children can exasperate their parents with endless questions about why this or that is so

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Reassure is an antonym for exasperate.

Reassure verb - To ease the grief or distress of.

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Exasperate is an antonym for reassure.

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