Vex Definition & Meaning
vex
- 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"
- disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress; "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"
- change the arrangement or position of
- subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation; "vex the subject of the death penalty"
- 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"
"Vex" in song lyrics
See how vex is used in real songs:
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"Proves the Lord is the Creator and He's more than vex"
The Ambassador — The Fall -
"Disappear with two bottles of vex"
Anti-Pop Consortium — 9.99 -
"Every rhyme able to flex, plex and vex"
Antoinette — Hit 'Em With This
Words that rhyme with vex
Usage tips for "vex"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does vex mean?
- 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" disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress; "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me" change the arrangement or position of subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation; "vex the subject of the death penalty" be a mystery or bewildering to; "This beats me!
- What part of speech is vex?
- Vex is a verb.
- How many definitions does vex have?
- Vex has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).