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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

exacerbation

/ɛksəˈseɪbəˌeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does exacerbation mean?

noun

A worsening or increase in the severity of a disease or condition, or a situation that makes a problem worse.

Example

"The exacerbation of her symptoms made it difficult for her to continue working."

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