aggravating
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/ˈæɡrəveɪtɪŋ/
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/ˈæɡrəveɪtɪŋ/
adjective
R
making a situation worse or more difficult
The rain was an aggravating factor in our travel plans.
R
causing annoyance or irritation, especially deliberately
His behavior was aggravating, as he kept interrupting her.
translation
making a situation worse or more difficult; causing annoyance or irritation, especially deliberately