How to Say "to exacerbate" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to exacerbate” is “agravar” — B2 level.
Examples
Sus palabras solo sirvieron para agravar el conflicto.
His words only served to worsen the conflict.
La falta de lluvia puede agravar la crisis económica en la región.
The lack of rain can aggravate the economic crisis in the region.
No menciones ese tema ahora, podrías agravar la situación.
Don't mention that topic now; you could make the situation worse.
Making Things Heavier
Think of 'agravar' as adding weight to a problem. It comes from the same root as 'gravity' and 'grave'.
A Regular Performer
This verb is completely regular. It follows the exact same rules as 'hablar' in every tense.
Agravar vs. Agarrar
Mistake: “Using 'agarrar' when you mean things are getting worse.”
Correction: Say 'Esto va a agravar el problema' instead of 'agarrar'. Agarrar means to grab or catch.
Don't Annoy the Word
Mistake: “Using 'agravar' to mean you are annoying a person.”
Correction: Use 'molestar' or 'fastidiar' for people. Use 'agravar' for situations or health conditions.
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