- present participle of vex.
vexing
- bothersome adj.
- difficult adj.
- disquieting adj.
- disturbing adj.
- galling adj.
- irksome adj.
- mischievous adj.
- nettlesome adj.
- perturbing adj.
- pesky adj.
- teasing adj.
- torturous adj.
- troublesome adj.
- troublous adj.
- trying adj.
- unsatisfactory adj.
- unsettling adj.
- upsetting adj.
- worrisome adj.
- harassment n.
- provocation n.
- ribbing n.
Example Sentences
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Rising beef prices have been a vexing conundrum for the Trump administration.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
Probably the most vexing food crisis was at Chipotle because there were repeat incidents spanning more than one-and-a-half years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
I have some exciting editions planned, but I also want to hear from you: What money matters are vexing you?
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
Health care is a vexing issue in L.A.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026
I could tell by Rooster Jim’s tone that he was pretty pleased about vexing Traft Martin.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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