Exasperate Definition & Meaning

exasperate
verb
  1. exasperate or irritate
  2. make furious
  3. make worse; "This drug aggravates the pain"

"Exasperate" in song lyrics

See how exasperate is used in real songs:

  • "Exuberate, and motivate, exasperate"
    Afu-Ra — Soul Assassination
  • "exacerbate vs exasperate"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "exasperate"

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