acirrar
verb/ɐsiˈrar/low
a·ci·rar
Definition
To make more intense, aggravate, exacerbate; especially in contexts of conflict or competition.
The opponent's comment intensified the dispute.
The criticism exacerbated the tensions in the assembly.
Common collocations
intensify the discussionexacerbate conflictsheighten competition
Etymology
Do latim 'acerare', de 'acer' (acre, ponta).