exasperate ig-ZAS-puh-rayt verb WS #16

to irritate or annoy someone intensely; to make someone feel very frustrated or angry; to aggravate or provoke

1. The constant interruptions began to exasperate the teacher during the lesson.
2. The bureaucratic red tape exasperated citizens trying to renew their licenses.
3. The slow internet connection exasperated users trying to complete their work.
4. His refusal to listen to reason continued to exasperate his family members.
5. Her tendency to arrive late would exasperate even the most patient friends.