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Dictionary definition and meaning for vex

VEX

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  • (verb) be a mystery or bewildering to

    "This beats me!", "Got me--I don't know the answer!", "a vexing problem", "This question really stuck me"

    synonyms : amaze , baffle , beat , bewilder , dumbfound , flummox , get , gravel , mystify , nonplus , perplex , pose , puzzle , stick , stupefy

    he had her totally baffled with the convoluted story he came up with to explain his absence. -added by diviya_inlas

    Mary was puzzled by John's loud behavior at the party. -added by naila_inlas

  • (verb) subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation

    "vex the subject of the death penalty"

  • (verb) change the arrangement or position of

    synonyms : agitate , commove , disturb , raise up , shake up , stir up

    The servant agitated the tables and chairs while cleaning. -added by naila_inlas

  • (verb) disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

    "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"

    synonyms : worry
  • (verb) cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

    "Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me", "It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves"

    synonyms : annoy , bother , chafe , devil , get at , get to , gravel , irritate , nark , nettle , rag , rile

    The youngsters were chafed due the rising unemployment caused by the new economic politics of the state. -added by Aswathy_inlas

    "Her harsh response riled the teacher" -added by sradha_inlas

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  • (Tag: ) very similar to wax....and LADIES go for waxing, even though it is a very painful and annoying process.

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  • (Tag: ) Vex and perplex both mean, to confuse.

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