Meaning & Definition of word "Vex"
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Vex
/vɛks/
verb:
- 1. to annoy, frustrate, or worry someone.
- Example: The constant noise from the construction site began to vex the residents.
- 2. to cause perplexity or confusion.
- Example: The tricky math problem continued to vex the students.
- 3. to discuss or debate; to argue.
- Example: They would often vex over the best approach to the project.
Etymology
From Latin 'vexare', meaning 'to shake' or 'to disturb'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
vex someone:
to annoy or irritate someone.
vexation:
the state of being troubled, annoyed, or worried.
vexed question:
a difficult or complicated issue that causes disagreement.
Related Words
vexatious:
causing annoyance or frustration.
vexedly:
in a manner that causes annoyance.
Slang Meanings of vex
Meaning: to cause someone frustration
Example Sentence: Her changing plans really vexed me.
Meaning: to get on someone's nerves
Example Sentence: Stop talking so much, you're vexing everyone here.