aggravation
Translation
annoyance, irritation, worsening
Examples
The constant noise was a major aggravation.
The constant noise was a major aggravation.
He left in aggravation after the long delay.
He left in aggravation after the long delay.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) annoyance, a source of irritation The constant noise was a major aggravation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: annoyance, irritation, exasperation; Antonyms: relief, pleasure
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'gravare' (to make heavy). Literally 'a making heavier'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'grave' situation being made heavier, which is an aggravation.