vexation
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.vex·a·tion
noun \vek-ˈsā-shən\Definition of VEXATION
1
: the act of harassing or vexing : troubling
2
: the quality or state of being vexed : irritation
3
: a cause of trouble : affliction
See Examples of VEXATION
- the problems and vexations of everyday life
- <the repeated vexations guaranteed that she wouldn't get any work done>
First Known Use of VEXATION
15th century
Related to VEXATION
- Synonyms
- aggravation, bedevilment, botheration, bothering, bugging, disturbance, harassment, harrying, importunity, pestering, teasing, annoyance
Rhymes with VEXATION
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