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Opposite of to go or make lower in temperature
Opposite of to relax or become calm
To be stirred up with anger
“When we arrived, our hostess was storming because dinner had been ruined.”
To experience a gradually increasing feeling of anger or frustration
To make or become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
“Product sales are expected to accelerate dramatically following the marketing campaign.”
To become agitated or be filled with rage
“Perhaps if you didn't anger so easily, we might actually be able to have a civilized conversation.”
To disturb mentally or emotionally
“She was highly sensitive, and we were constantly walking on eggshells trying not to upset her.”
To annoy, irritate or exasperate (someone)
“This person was still following me, and it was beginning to aggravate me.”
To trigger a passionate feeling or reaction
“The presidential candidate would excite the crowds at his rallies with his impassioned rhetoric.”
To attempt or try to do (something)
“He says that he will now seek to better his personal best.”
To have power and influence over
“Homelessness is a key issue that will dominate the conversation during the campaign.”
To become more apparent over time
“By this point, cracks were beginning to appear within the group, resulting in Ozzy leaving the band.”
(warm to) To take a liking to
“El Guapo would quickly warm to Carmen, but the sentiment was never mutual.”
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