sharpen
The Spanish word 'agudizarse' is a verb that translates to 'sharpen' in English. It is commonly used to refer to the action of making something sharp or more pointed in a physical sense, such as a pencil or knife. However, it can also figuratively describe the action of enhancing or making more acute a skill, sense, or intellectual capacity. An important thing to note is that 'agudizarse' generally implies a progressive or ongoing sharpening process.
The problem is starting to get worse.
This sentence is used to express that a certain problem is starting to become more serious or intense.
The financial crisis could worsen if we don't take action.
This sentence is used to communicate a warning or prediction about something becoming worse or more serious if certain actions are not taken.
Water scarcity in the region can worsen with climate change.
This sentence involves a possible future condition (the effects of climate change) and its potential impact, leading to a worsening situation (water scarcity) in a specific geographical area.