aggravation
a gruh vay shuhn
- n an exasperated feeling of annoyance
- n unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment
- n action that makes a problem or a disease (or its symptoms) worse
the aggravation of her condition resulted from lack of care
- But for Limited Brands, parent company of Victoria's Secret, the campaign has added aggravation to an already frustrating third sales quarter.
- Overpacked bags and overcrowded holds can wreak havoc on the best-made suitcases, but if you choose your luggage carefully before you take off, you can avoid a lot of aggravation .
- For the foreigner, Moscow can be a maddening place to do business, with a professional culture seemingly predicated on aggravation and obfuscation.