Vex (चिढ़ना)

Word of the week - Vex
Pronunciation : वेक्स

Hindi Meaning : चिढ़ना, खीझाना, सताना

English Meaning : 1. make (someone) feel annoyed, frustrated, or worried, especially with trivial matters.

       2. to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to   


Example : 
1. The sound of a fly buzzing near my ear is something that can vex me to no end.
2. Please accept my apology because I did not mean to vex you with my words.
3. If you attempt to vex the dog by pulling his tail, he is sure to bite you.

Synonyms : annoy, afflict, disturb, disquiet, rile, give a hard time, nettle, infuriate, exasperate

Antonyms :  comfort, please, soothe, mollify, cheer, calm, ease, please, assist, delight, appease, make happy

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