Factors making a situation worse. For example, burglary is aggravated in the eyes of a court if the burglar is armed, or injures someone while committing the offence.
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Factors making a situation worse. For example, burglary is aggravated in the eyes of a court if the burglar is armed, or injures someone while committing the offence Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21527
Ag'gra·va`ting adjective 1. Making worse or more heinous; as, aggravating circumstances. 2. Exasperating; provoking; irritating. [ Colloq.] « A thing at once ridiculous and aggravating . J. Ingelow. » Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/A/43