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vexation
noun vex·a·tion \vek-ˈsā-shən\
: the state of being worried or annoyed : irritation or annoyance
: something that worries or annoys you
Full 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
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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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VEXATION Defined for Kids
vexation
noun vex·a·tion \vek-ˈsā-shən\
Definition of VEXATION for Kids
1
: the quality or state of being annoyed by small irritations
2
: the act of bringing trouble, distress, or worry to
3
: a cause of trouble or worry
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