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加剧 (verb)

To make a problem, negative situation, or feeling more intense or severe.

💬 Example

"气候变化加剧了全球水资源的紧张局势。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a fire (representing a problem) that is already burning. Someone throws more fuel on it ('加' - add) and it beco...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
恶化 激化 严重 剧增
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>加剧</mark> for positive intensification. → Using verbs like '增强' (zēngqiáng) or '提升' (tíshēng).

Applying <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>加剧</mark> to inappropriate objects. → Using <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>加剧</mark> only with negative situations, problems, or feelings.

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