Is Exasperated an Adjective?

Is Exasperated an Adjective?

EXASPERATED (adjective) definition and synonyms | Macmillan Dictionary.

Is exasperated a noun verb or adjective?

verb (used with object), ex·as·per·at·ed, ex·as·per·at·ing. to irritate or provoke to a high degree; annoy extremely: He was exasperated by the senseless delays.

Is exacerbated an adjective?

For a formal-sounding verb that means to make worse, try exacerbate. If you're in trouble, complaining about it will only exacerbate the problem. Exacerbate is related to the adjective acrid, often used to describe sharp-smelling smoke. Think of exacerbate then as a sharp or bitter thing that makes something worse.

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