Vocabulary Exercise

Advice—somebody's opinion about what another person should do.
Advise—advice to somebody on a subject or course of action.

The man, who just had a car accident, came to me for some advice. After considering his claim, I suggested that I strongly advise he contact the police.

Aggravate—to make something become even worse or even more severe than before.
Irritate—to cause somebody to feel annoyance or exasperation, or cause annoyance or exasperation.

The child was really beginning to irritate his mother by continually asking for a chocolate bar at the shop. The mother turned around and proceeded to tell the boy that he was beginning to aggravate her.

Complement—something that completes or perfects something else.
Compliment—something said to express praise or approval.

After going to a restaurant my friend said she really liked the wine, “It really complemented the food” she said. I took this as a compliment.