Example: O agravamento da crise exigiu medidas urgentes do governo.
Definition
"O agravamento" refers to the process or result of worsening or intensifying a negative situation, such as a crisis or problem. It describes the state where conditions become more severe, demanding increased attention or action.
Translations
the worsening
el agravamiento
de verergering
l'agreujament
l'aggravation
die Verschärfung
l'aggravamento
Etymology
The term "o agravamento" comes from the Portuguese verb "agravar," meaning to worsen or aggravate. It derives from the Latin word "aggravare," which combines "ad-" (to) and "gravis" (heavy), literally meaning to make heavier or more serious. Did you know? This root also gave rise to the English word "aggravate."
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the worsening