exasperate
/ɪɡˈzɑːspəreɪt/ · /ɪɡˈzæspəreɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #6343 in the learning path
使恼怒；使不耐烦
Definitions
v. To make someone extremely annoyed or frustrated.
使恼怒；使不耐烦
Example
The printer's constant paper jams exasperate everyone in our office.
打印机不停卡纸，让办公室里每个人都烦透了。
Repeated delays in public transport can exasperate commuters and reduce their willingness to leave cars at home.
公共交通反复延误会令通勤者恼火，降低他们放弃开车出行的意愿。
Collocations
- exasperate commuters
- exasperate customers
- feel exasperated
Word family
- exasperation (n.)
- exasperated (adj.)
- exasperating (adj.)
Synonyms
- infuriate
- irritate
- annoy
Antonyms
- soothe
Usage tip
勿混淆exacerbate：后者表示使问题恶化。
FAQ
- What does exasperate mean?
- To make someone extremely annoyed or frustrated.
- How is exasperate pronounced?
- UK /ɪɡˈzɑːspəreɪt/, US /ɪɡˈzæspəreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
