Exacerbation
/ɪˌɡzæsəˈrbeɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) An increase in the severity of something (such as a disease)
Sentence Examples
The exacerbation of symptoms was alarming.
The treatment prevented exacerbation.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The patient's condition worsened due to an sudden ____ of her chronic symptoms.