exasperated
/ɪɡˈzæspəɹeɪtɪd/
Group 12Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Intensely irritated and frustrated GRE
Example in Context
Exasperated by months of bureaucratic delays, the community organized a public demonstration demanding immediate action.
Synonyms
frustratedirritatedannoyed
Etymology
Getting so fed up that you're 'roughing it' out of frustration.
- ex- (Latin) — out of
- asperare (Latin) — to make rough
Memory Aid
😤Sounds like “X has a per-8”
When your friend says he has EIGHT excuses for being late, you feel EXASPERATED!
Visual Association
😩A person pulling their hair out in frustration while staring at a mountain of paperwork.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “exasperated” mean on the GRE?
exasperated (adjective) means “Intensely irritated and frustrated”. Exasperated by months of bureaucratic delays, the community organized a public demonstration demanding immediate action.
How to remember “exasperated” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “exasperated” sounds like “X has a per-8”. When your friend says he has EIGHT excuses for being late, you feel EXASPERATED!
What are synonyms for “exasperated”?
Common synonyms: frustrated, irritated, annoyed.