Definition of aggravated
1 : angry or displeased especially because of small problems or annoyances : feeling or showing aggravation Sid snored on. Tom was aggravated. He said, “Sid, Sid!” and shook him. — Mark Twain The maid sounded very aggravated. — Louise Fitzhugh
2 law, of a criminal offense : considered more serious or heinous than normal : characterized by aggravating elements (such as the use of a deadly weapon) aggravated manslaughter — see also aggravated assault
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First Known Use of aggravated
circa 1611
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Legal Definition of aggravated
: characterized by aggravating elements (as the use of a deadly weapon) aggravated kidnapping
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