vex
pronunciation
How to pronounce vex in British English:
UK [veks]
How to pronounce vex in American English:
US [veks]
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- Verb:
- cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
- disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
- change the arrangement or position of
- subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation
- be a mystery or bewildering to
Word Origin
- vex
- vex: see vehicle
- vex (v.)
- early 15c., from Old French vexer "vex, harass" (14c.), from Latin vexare "to shake, jolt, toss violently;" figuratively "attack, harass, trouble, annoy," from vexus, collateral form of vectus, past participle of vehere "to draw, carry" (see vehicle). Related: Vexed; vexing.
Antonym
Example
- 1. Quick wafting zephyrs vex bold jim .
- 2. Let us not vex the question .
- 3. There was another grave problem to vex him .
- 4. I hope not , else he will vex my father .
- 5. Vex asia & pacific championship connect award .