vexing

Words with a similar base: vexing

'vexing'

[annoy.v.01] as in: cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

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

'vexing'

[worry.v.03] as in: disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

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

'vexing'

[agitate.v.06] as in: change the arrangement or position of

'vexing'

[vex.v.04] as in: subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation

Examples:
vex the subject of the death penalty

'vexing'

[perplex.v.01] as in: be a mystery or bewildering to

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

'vexing'

[exasperating.s.01] as in: extremely annoying or displeasing

Examples:
his cavelier curtness of manner was exasperating
I've had an exasperating day
her infuriating indifference
the ceaseless tumult of the jukebox was maddening

'vexing'

[annoying.s.01] as in: causing irritation or annoyance

Examples:
tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork
aircraft noise is particularly bothersome near the airport
found it galling to have to ask permission
an irritating delay
nettlesome paperwork
a pesky mosquito
swarms of pestering gnats
a plaguey newfangled safety catch
a teasing and persistent thought annoyed him
a vexatious child
it is vexing to have to admit you are wrong

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