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vexing

The word “vexing” has 2 syllables: vex-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈvɛksɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for vexing?

In the thesaurus, “vexing” has 14 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for vexing along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for vexing

  • aggravating
  • annoying
  • baffling
  • bewildering
  • bothering
  • bugging
  • confusing
  • disturbing
  • exasperating
  • frustrating
  • irritating
  • perplexing
  • persecuting
  • puzzling

Antonyms for vexing

  • appeasing
  • assuring
  • conciliating
  • delightful
  • delighting
  • gratifying
  • obliging
  • pacifying
  • placating
  • pleasing
  • satisfying

Meanings of vexing

  • verb
    1. To trouble aggressively, to harass.
    2. To annoy, irritate.
    3. To cause (mental) suffering to; to distress.
    4. To twist, to weave.
    5. To be irritated; to fret.
    6. To toss back and forth; to agitate; to disquiet.
  • noun
    1. Vexation.

Example Sentences

  • The most vexing part of the puzzle was figuring out the hidden clue.
  • She found his constant interruptions to be particularly vexing.
  • The software bug presented a vexing challenge for the development team.
  • It was vexing to deal with so many conflicting opinions during the meeting.
  • The delay in delivery became a vexing issue for the customers.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vexing, such as: aggravating, annoying, appeasing, assuring, baffling, bewildering, bothering.

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