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increase problems
[ɪnˈkrɪs ˈprɑːbləmz]
verb phrase
aumentar problemas
1.
To make problems worse or more numerous; to cause an escalation in difficulties
The new policy will only increase problems for small businesses.
A nova política só aumentará problemas para pequenas empresas.
2.
To add to or exacerbate existing difficulties
Ignoring the issue will only increase problems down the road.
Ignorar o problema só aumentará dificuldades no futuro.
Synonyms
worsen problems
compound difficulties
aggravate issues
escalate challenges
multiply troubles
Antonyms
solve problems
reduce problems
alleviate difficulties
mitigate issues
ease challenges
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aumentar problemas
most common usage
São Paulo
aumentar os problemas
with definite article commonly used
Portugal
aumentar os problemas
standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
add fuel to the fire
compound the problem
make matters worse
pile on more trouble
open a can of worms
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