Definitions for vex

Definitions for (verb) vex

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

Definition: be a mystery or bewildering to

Usage: This beats me!; Got me--I don't know the answer!; a vexing problem; This question really stuck me


Main entry: vex

Definition: subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation

Usage: vex the subject of the death penalty


Main entry: stir up, commove, agitate, disturb, vex, raise up, shake up

Definition: change the arrangement or position of


Main entry: worry, vex

Definition: disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

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


Main entry: devil, irritate, get at, get to, gravel, rag, rile, bother, chafe, annoy, nark, nettle, vex

Definition: cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

Usage: Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me; It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves


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