acerbates Definition
make (a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling) worse.
Using acerbates: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acerbates" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
His constant complaining only serves to exacerbate the situation.
Example
The hot weather exacerbated her asthma symptoms.
Example
The government's policies have only exacerbated the economic crisis.
acerbates Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with acerbates
exacerbate the problem/situation
make a problem or situation worse
Example
The lack of communication between departments only exacerbates the problem.
exacerbate someone's fears/anxieties
make someone's fears or anxieties worse
Example
The constant news reports about crime in the city only exacerbate people's fears.
exacerbate an injury/condition
make an injury or medical condition worse
Example
Continuing to play on his injured ankle only exacerbated the injury.
Origins of acerbates
from Latin 'acerbatus', past participle of 'acerbare', meaning 'to make sour or bitter'
Summary: acerbates in Brief
'Acerbates' [ˈæsərbeɪts] means to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse. It is often used in the context of worsening medical conditions or injuries, as well as social or political issues. Synonyms include 'aggravate,' 'exacerbate,' and 'worsen.' Antonyms include 'alleviate,' 'mitigate,' and 'relieve.'
