/aɡʀavɑ̃/ – Adjective
Definition: tình tiết tăng nặng, tình tiết tăng tội.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, an “aggravant” refers to a factor or circumstance that increases the severity or culpability of an offense or wrongdoing. It is something that worsens the nature of a crime or violation, leading to potentially harsher penalties or consequences.
Example: The defendant’s prior criminal record was considered an aggravant in determining the severity of the sentence for the current offense.