Aggravate
Aggravate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: it really aggravates me when I arrive 10 minutes before the stated closing time, and the store's closed already
Inflame is a synonym for aggravate in worsen topic. In some cases you can use "Inflame" instead a verb "Aggravate", when it comes to topics like make worse, cause to become worse.
Nearby Words: aggravation, aggravating
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