Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word from the options which is similar in meaning to the given word.

Exacerbate

  1. inordinate

  2. manifest

  3. vexation

  4. aggravate
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D Correct answer
Explanation

'Exacerbate' means to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse. 'Aggravate' means to make worse or more severe, which is the correct synonym. Inordinate means excessive, manifest means clear or obvious, and vexation means the state of being annoyed.

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