Italian Word · Advanced
esacerbare
to exacerbate / to worsen
Pronunciation: e-za-cher-BA-re
Meaning
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse.
Example
Le nuove restrizioni rischiano di esacerbare la crisi economica.
The new restrictions risk exacerbating the economic crisis.
Practice tips
- Practice esacerbare out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian word is for advanced-level learners.