worsen

Definition

To make worse; to impair.

Etymology

From Middle English wursnen; equivalent to worse + -en.

Example Sentences

• "Near-synonyms: aggravate, exacerbate; degrade, deteriorate; see also Thesaurus:aggravate"
• "Global warming has worsened the weather."
• "As for further retaliation: adding such fuel to the fire, as it were, will only worsen the already unpleasant state of affairs."

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