exacerbate discontent
[ɪɡˈzæsərbeɪt ˌdɪsˈkɒntent]
verb phrase
exacerbar o descontentamento
1. to make feelings of dissatisfaction, unhappiness, or annoyance worse or more intense
The new tax policy will exacerbate discontent among middle-class workers.
A nova política fiscal exacerbará o descontentamento entre os trabalhadores da classe média.
2. to intensify or aggravate existing grievances or complaints
Poor communication from management only exacerbates discontent within the team.
A má comunicação da gestão apenas exacerba o descontentamento dentro da equipe.
This phrase is frequently used in political discourse, labor relations, and organizational management in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazil, it appears regularly in discussions about social inequality and worker rights. In the US, it's commonly used in political commentary and corporate communication. The phrase carries a somewhat formal, analytical tone and is typical of business, academic, and journalistic writing.
NYC Slang
stoke the beef; amp up the beef; get people heated
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