verb · to become more serious or severe, especially regarding an illness or a negative situation

如果不及时治疗，病情可能会加重。

verb · to stress or place importance on something, especially in speech or tone

他说话时加重了语气，以引起大家的注意。

verb · to make heavier or to increase a burden, workload, or punishment

这些额外的任务加重了他的工作负担。