exacerbate discrepancies
[/ɪɡˈzæsərbeɪt dɪˈskrepənsiːz/]
verb phrase
exacerbar discrepâncias
1. to make differences, inconsistencies, or contradictions worse or more severe
The lack of transparency will exacerbate discrepancies between the two reports.
A falta de transparência irá exacerbar as discrepâncias entre os dois relatórios.
2. to intensify gaps or inequalities in a system or situation
Poor policy implementation can exacerbate discrepancies in service delivery.
A implementação inadequada de políticas pode exacerbar as discrepâncias na prestação de serviços.
3. to aggravate or heighten existing variations or disagreements
Economic pressures exacerbate discrepancies in wealth distribution.
As pressões econômicas exacerbam as discrepâncias na distribuição de riqueza.
This phrase is predominantly used in formal, academic, and professional contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. It reflects technical and analytical discourse, commonly found in policy documents, research papers, and business reports. In Brazil, 'exacerbar' is preferred in formal writing, while 'piorar' or 'agravar' may be used in less formal speech.
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