vexation

C2+ Topic:Abstract Ideas

US /vɛkˈseɪʃən/ UK /vɛkˈseɪʃən/ See IPA manual

Meanings

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noun
the state of being annoyed or frustrated; a cause of such

The endless delays were a constant source of vexation.

Thesaurus

Synonyms

1 noun · the state of being annoyed... annoyance irritation frustration exasperation aggravation nuisance

Opposites

pleasure comfort satisfaction delight

Word family

Related forms vex vexatious vexed

Etymology

From Old French 'vexation', from Latin 'vexatio' ('harassing, distress'), from 'vexare' ('to shake, harass').

vexatio Latin vexare Latin

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Topics

Abstract Ideas Word Formation & Derivatives

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